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Peoria High School

High School · Peoria Unified School District (4237)

11200 N 83RD AVE, Peoria, AZ 85345

Enrollment

1,573

Student-Teacher

22.5:1

Score

5.9

Grades

7th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,158 of 2,006

In Peoria

#24 of 39

public schools

In district

#24 of 42

Peoria Unified School District (4237)

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Peoria High School

5.9/10

High School in Peoria · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Peoria High School

Peoria High School is a public high school in Peoria, AZ, part of Peoria Unified School District (4237). Peoria High School serves approximately 1,573 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 22.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Peoria High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,158 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Peoria High School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • AZ avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Peoria High School runs 22.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

38% of students at Peoria High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.7Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.76 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.9Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency38% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-5.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile55th
College Readiness7.1Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate94%
AP Participation7.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.5Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio22.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,026
Chronic Absenteeism38.1%

Peoria High School — Students at Peoria High School score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 45.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 51.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
65%
ELA
76%
2010
Math
63%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
59%
ELA
81%
2012
Math
61%
ELA
83%
2013
Math
66%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
34%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
49%
ELA
33%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
18%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
18%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
40%
ELA
35%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.7/10.

How Peoria High School Compares

See how Peoria High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
42th percentile in AZ
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
4.7/10
Below Average
Environment
4.5/10
Below Average
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.8
Sports
17
8 boys' · 9 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
23:1 student-teacher ratio
70 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
38.1%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
7.8% participation·State avg: 2.8 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics17sports offered
8 boys'·9 girls'·27 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

11200 N 83RD AVE, Peoria, AZ 85345

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Peoria High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Peoria Flex Academy (rated 6.8/10), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Centennial High School (rated 6.8/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Ombudsman - Charter Northwest (rated 4.3/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Peoria, see our Peoria schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Peoria Flex Academy Peoria 0.0 mi 6.8
Cheyenne Elementary School Peoria 0.5 mi 5.0
Peoria Elementary School Peoria 0.7 mi 6.2
Peoria Accelerated High School Peoria 0.8 mi 3.7
Academy of Math and Science Peoria Advanced Tucson 0.9 mi 5.6
Sky View Elementary School Peoria 1.1 mi 5.6
Alta Loma School Peoria 1.1 mi 5.0
Santa Fe Elementary School Peoria 1.2 mi 5.0
Oasis Elementary School Peoria 1.2 mi 7.9
SIERRA SCHOOL OF PEORIA Peoria 1.5 mi 7.7
Ombudsman - Charter Northwest Peoria 1.5 mi 4.3
Ira A Murphy Peoria 1.5 mi 4.5
Cotton Boll School Peoria 1.9 mi 5.8
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF ARROWHEAD Peoria 1.8 mi
Sundance Elementary School Peoria 1.7 mi 4.8
RCB College Preparatory Academy Peoria 1.7 mi
Centennial High School Peoria 2.0 mi 6.8
Oakwood Elementary School Peoria 1.9 mi 7.1
ARROWHEAD MONTESSORI Peoria 2.2 mi 5.2
Westland School Brighton Campus Phoenix 2.3 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85345 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,563

Median Home Value

$278,300

Median Rent

$1,563/mo

Population

61,822

College Educated

18.1%

Homeownership

65.3%

Avg Commute

27.4 min

Poverty Rate

13.8%

Median Age

37

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Peoria High School

What grades does Peoria High School serve?

Peoria High School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend Peoria High School?

Peoria High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,573 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Peoria High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Peoria High School is 22.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Peoria High School rank in AZ?

Peoria High School ranks #1,158 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Peoria High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Peoria High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Peoria High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Peoria High School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Peoria High School a charter school?

No, Peoria High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Peoria High School a Title I school?

No, Peoria High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
54 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
34 Some Transit
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
1,573
Student-Teacher Ratio
22.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
70
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
38.1%
4-Year Graduation
94.0%

District

Peoria Unified School District (4237)
District Enrollment
35,466
Schools in District
44
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,026
District Rank
#24 of 42

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