Serving 2,270 students in grades 9-12, Sunnyslope High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,270 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunnyslope High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Sunnyslope High School's student population of 2,270 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,270 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sunnyslope High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunnyslope High School is 0.58, 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
#191 out of 1956 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
55%
48%
Black
5%
6%
White
34%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunnyslope High School's ranking?
Sunnyslope High School is ranked #191 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sunnyslope High School?
The graduation rate of Sunnyslope High School is 89%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Sunnyslope High School?
2,270 students attend Sunnyslope High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Sunnyslope High School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sunnyslope High School?
Sunnyslope High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sunnyslope High School offer ?
Sunnyslope High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Sunnyslope High School part of?
Sunnyslope High School is part of Glendale Union High School District (4285).
In what neighborhood is Sunnyslope High School located?
Sunnyslope High School is located in the North Mountain Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 34 other public schools located in North Mountain Village.
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