Carl T. Hayden Community High School is part of the Phoenix Union High School District. The campus is located at 3333 W. Roosevelt Street just west of downtown Phoenix, Arizona, United States. Carl Hayden's enrollment is 2,209 students, over 93 percent of whom are Hispanic.
Serving 2,066 students in grades 9-12, Carl Hayden 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 13% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,066 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 72% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carl Hayden High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Carl Hayden High School's student population of 2,066 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 106 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,066 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
106 teachers
Year Founded
1957
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Carl Hayden 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 Carl Hayden High School is 0.12, 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
#1790 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
94%
48%
Black
4%
6%
White
1%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
72%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Falcon
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carl Hayden High School's ranking?
Carl Hayden High School is ranked #1790 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Carl Hayden High School?
The graduation rate of Carl Hayden High School is 72%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Carl Hayden High School?
2,066 students attend Carl Hayden High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Carl Hayden High School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carl Hayden High School?
Carl Hayden High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Carl Hayden High School offer ?
Carl Hayden High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carl Hayden High School part of?
Carl Hayden High School is part of Phoenix Union High School District (4286).
In what neighborhood is Carl Hayden High School located?
Carl Hayden High School is located in the Estrella Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 20 other public schools located in Estrella Village.
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