Serving 555 students in grades 9-12, South Pointe 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 555 students
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 30-34% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Pointe High School's student population of 555 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
555 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Pointe 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 Pointe High School is 0.47, 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
#1776 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
5%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
70%
47%
Black
21%
6%
White
2%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
30-34%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
89%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Pointe High School's ranking?
South Pointe High School is ranked #1776 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are South Pointe High School often compared to?
South Pointe High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Mountain High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Pointe High School?
The graduation rate of South Pointe High School is 30-34%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend South Pointe High School?
555 students attend South Pointe High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of South Pointe High School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 5% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does South Pointe High School offer ?
South Pointe High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is South Pointe High School part of?
South Pointe High School is part of American Charter Schools Foundation D.B.A. South P (80989) School District.
In what neighborhood is South Pointe High School located?
South Pointe 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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