Serving 2,146 students in grades 9-12, South Mountain High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,146 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 68% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Mountain High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
South Mountain High School's student population of 2,146 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 111 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,146 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
111 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Mountain High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Mountain High School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1688 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
81%
47%
Black
13%
6%
White
3%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
68%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Mountain High School's ranking?
South Mountain High School is ranked #1688 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are South Mountain High School often compared to?
South Mountain High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Pointe High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Mountain High School?
The graduation rate of South Mountain High School is 68%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend South Mountain High School?
2,146 students attend South Mountain High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of South Mountain High School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Mountain High School?
South Mountain High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Mountain High School offer ?
South Mountain High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is South Mountain High School part of?
South Mountain High School is part of Phoenix Union High School District (4286).
In what neighborhood is South Mountain High School located?
South Mountain High School is located in the South Mountain Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 45 other public schools located in South Mountain Village.
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