Excellent

#99 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 5% in state

Phoenix Union Bioscience High School

High School · Phoenix Union High School District (4286)

512 E PIERCE ST, Phoenix, AZ 85004

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

392

Student-Teacher

17.8:1

Score

9.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Enrollment

392

Student-Teacher

17.8:1

Score

9.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#99 of 2,006

In Phoenix

#27 of 422

public schools

In district

#1 of 18

Phoenix Union High School District (4286)

Academic performance

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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About Phoenix Union Bioscience High School

Phoenix Union Bioscience High School is a public high school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Phoenix Union High School District (4286). Phoenix Union Bioscience High School serves approximately 392 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Phoenix Union Bioscience High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #99 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Phoenix Union Bioscience High School show 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares3.2 pts above district

9.0

This school 9.0 · Excellent
District avg 5.8
AZ avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics

Student Progress9.6Excellent25%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data14

Annual Change-0.44 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendStable

Academics10.0Excellent25%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency87% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency82% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency85% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)32% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected+52.1 pts

Adjusted Percentile99th

College Readiness7.7Very Good30%

Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.

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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+

AP Participation10.7%

IB ProgramNo

Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio17.8:1

Per-Pupil Spending$13,194

Chronic Absenteeism16.1%

Phoenix Union Bioscience High School — Students at Phoenix Union Bioscience High School score 84% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 84.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 88.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009

Math

87%

ELA

97.5%

2010

Math

92%

ELA

97.5%

2011

Math

87%

ELA

97.5%

2012

Math

92%

ELA

97.5%

2013

Math

97.5%

ELA

97.5%

2014

Math

52%

ELA

72%

2015

Math

57%

ELA

67%

2016

Math

87%

ELA

77%

2017

Math

97.5%

ELA

92%

2018

Math

97.5%

ELA

92%

2019

Math

97.5%

ELA

92%

2020*

Math

74.5%

ELA

90%

2021*

Math

74.5%

ELA

90%

2022

Math

87%

ELA

82%

* 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: 9.6/10.

How Phoenix Union Bioscience High School Compares

See how Phoenix Union Bioscience High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

9.0/10

95th percentile in AZ

Academic

10.0/10

Excellent

Growth

9.6/10

Excellent

Environment

9.1/10

Excellent

AP Courses

State avg: 2.8

Advanced STEM

4/5

Subjects offered

Gifted & Talented

Yes

Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff

18:1 student-teacher ratio

22 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

16.1%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered

10.7% participation·State avg: 2.8 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22

Advanced STEM Courses4 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

512 E PIERCE ST, Phoenix, AZ 85004

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Phoenix Union Bioscience High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ASU Preparatory Academy- Phoenix High School (rated 7.9/10, 0.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Arizona School For The Arts (rated 7.1/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Genesis Academy (rated 7.0/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
ASU Preparatory Academy- Phoenix Elementary Phoenix	0.2 mi	434	7.0
ASU Preparatory Academy- Phoenix High School Phoenix	0.2 mi	366	7.9
ASU Preparatory Academy - Phoenix Middle School Phoenix	0.2 mi	416	5.7
Arizona School For The Arts Phoenix	0.6 mi	759	7.1
Faith North Early Childhood Learning Center Phoenix	0.6 mi	95	7.7
Genesis Academy Phoenix	0.6 mi	63	7.0
Kaizen Education Foundation dba Summit High School Phoenix	0.7 mi	190	3.8
Phoenix #1 iAcademy Phoenix	0.9 mi	18	—
Garfield School Phoenix	0.8 mi	419	4.7
Ralph Waldo Emerson Elementary School Phoenix	0.9 mi	295	6.2
City View High School Phoenix	0.8 mi	85	5.5
Augustus H. Shaw Montessori Phoenix	0.9 mi	466	9.0
Kenilworth Elementary School Phoenix	0.9 mi	489	5.5
Pathways in Education Phoenix	1.1 mi	148	5.7
ASU Preparatory Academy Pilgrim Rest STEM K-5 School Tempe	1.1 mi	98	5.2
ST MARY'S CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Phoenix	1.3 mi	487	5.6
Metropolitan Arts Institute Phoenix	1.2 mi	251	6.5
Khalsa Montessori Elementary School - Phoenix Phoenix	1.4 mi	114	9.0
Arizona Virtual Academy Phoenix	1.4 mi	4,499	5.8
Lowell Elementary School Phoenix	1.5 mi	274	5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85004 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,250

Median Home Value

$365,500

Median Rent

$1,759/mo

Population

11,178

College Educated

59.4%

Homeownership

23.6%

Avg Commute

21 min

Poverty Rate

22.7%

Median Age

28.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Phoenix Union Bioscience High School

What grades does Phoenix Union Bioscience High School serve?

Phoenix Union Bioscience High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Phoenix Union Bioscience High School?

Phoenix Union Bioscience High School has an enrollment of approximately 392 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Phoenix Union Bioscience High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Phoenix Union Bioscience High School is 17.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Phoenix Union Bioscience High School rank in AZ?

Phoenix Union Bioscience High School ranks #99 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Phoenix Union Bioscience High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Phoenix Union Bioscience High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 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 Phoenix Union Bioscience High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Phoenix Union Bioscience High School has 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Phoenix Union Bioscience High School a charter school?

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

Is Phoenix Union Bioscience High School a Title I school?

No, Phoenix Union Bioscience High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 91 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score: 62 Good Transit
Bike Score: 73 Very Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades: 9th – 12th
Enrollment: 392
Student-Teacher Ratio: 17.8:1
Teachers (FTE): 22
Type: regular
Setting: Large City
County: Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23): 16.1%
Phone: (602) 764-5600
4-Year Graduation: 95%+

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District

Phoenix Union High School District (4286)

District Enrollment: 26,753
Schools in District: 20
Per-Pupil Spending: $13,194
District Rank: #1 of 18

Other Schools in This District

Phoenix Coding Academy 8.5 Phoenix Union-Wilson College Preparatory 8.2 Franklin Police and Fire High School 6.9 Metro Tech High School 6.6 Betty Fairfax High School 6.2

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