Peoria High School is a public secondary school located in Peoria, Arizona, United States, serving grades 9 to 12. It is the oldest high school in the Peoria Unified School District and opened in 1919; its original building Old Main was constructed in 1922, renovated in 2014, and named a Historic Place in 2019.
Serving 1,573 students in grades 7-12, Peoria High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,573 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peoria High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Peoria High School's student population of 1,573 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,573 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Year Founded
1922
Colors
Green, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Peoria High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Peoria High School is 0.60, 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
#859 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
59%
48%
Black
10%
6%
White
22%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panthers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peoria High School's ranking?
Peoria High School is ranked #859 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Peoria High School often compared to?
Peoria High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Raymond S. Kellis by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Peoria High School?
The graduation rate of Peoria High School is 95%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Peoria High School?
1,573 students attend Peoria High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Peoria High School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Peoria High School?
Peoria High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Peoria High School offer ?
Peoria High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Peoria High School part of?
Peoria High School is part of Peoria Unified School District (4237).
In what neighborhood is Peoria High School located?
Peoria High School is located in the Peoria Heights neighborhood of Peoria, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Peoria Heights.
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