Thunderbird High School is a public high school located in northwestern Phoenix, Arizona. The school is a part of the Glendale Union High School District.
Serving 1,547 students in grades 9-12, Thunderbird High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher 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 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,547 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thunderbird High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Thunderbird High School's student population of 1,547 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,547 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Year Founded
1972
Colors
Blue, Orange
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
To Empower All Students for the Choices and Challenges of the Twenty-first Century
School Rankings
Thunderbird High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thunderbird High School is 0.66, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#414 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
45%
48%
Black
8%
6%
White
37%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Titans (formerly Chiefs)
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thunderbird High School's ranking?
Thunderbird High School is ranked #414 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Thunderbird High School often compared to?
Thunderbird High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenway High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Thunderbird High School?
The graduation rate of Thunderbird High School is 90%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Thunderbird High School?
1,547 students attend Thunderbird High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Thunderbird High School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thunderbird High School?
Thunderbird High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Thunderbird High School offer ?
Thunderbird High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thunderbird High School part of?
Thunderbird High School is part of Glendale Union High School District (4285).
In what neighborhood is Thunderbird High School located?
Thunderbird High School is located in the North Mountain Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 34 other public schools located in North Mountain Village.
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