Serving 1,243 students in grades 8-12, Combs 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 35% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 1,243 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Combs High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Combs High School's student population of 1,243 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,243 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Rankings
Combs High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Combs High School is 0.59, 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
#638 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
34%
48%
Black
5%
6%
White
54%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
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 Combs High School's ranking?
Combs High School is ranked #638 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Combs High School often compared to?
Combs High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Queen Creek High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Combs High School?
The graduation rate of Combs High School is 90%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Combs High School?
1,243 students attend Combs High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Combs High School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Combs High School?
Combs High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Combs High School offer ?
Combs High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Combs High School part of?
Combs High School is part of J O Combs Unified School District (4445).
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