Serving 1,902 students in grades 9-12, North 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 19% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (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 96% 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: 1,902 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 78% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
North High School's student population of 1,902 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 101 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
School Mascot
Mustangs
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,902 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
101 teachers
Year Founded
1939
School Colors
Blue, Red
School Rankings
North 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 North High School is 0.31, 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
#1413 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
83%
48%
Black
8%
6%
White
4%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
78%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North High School's ranking?
North High School is ranked #1413 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are North High School often compared to?
North High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of North High School?
The graduation rate of North High School is 78%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend North High School?
1,902 students attend North High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of North High School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North High School?
North High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does North High School offer ?
North High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North High School part of?
North High School is part of Phoenix Union High School District (4286).
In what neighborhood is North High School located?
North High School is located in the Encanto Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 15 other public schools located in Encanto Village.
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