West Phoenix High School is a public charter high school in Phoenix, Arizona. It is operated by The Leona Group and was one of its first Arizona schools to open. For athletics, it is a member of the Canyon Athletic Association.
Serving 402 students in grades 9-12, West Phoenix 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 402 students
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 30-34% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Phoenix High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
West Phoenix High School's student population of 402 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
402 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Year Founded
2000
Colors
Red, Yellow, Orange
School Calendar
School Motto
dum vivimus servimus… while we live, we serve.
School Rankings
West Phoenix High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Phoenix High School is 0.15, 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
#1873 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
92%
48%
Black
5%
6%
White
2%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
30-34%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
100%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Phoenix High School's ranking?
West Phoenix High School is ranked #1873 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Phoenix High School?
The graduation rate of West Phoenix High School is 30-34%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend West Phoenix High School?
402 students attend West Phoenix High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of West Phoenix High School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does West Phoenix High School offer ?
West Phoenix High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Phoenix High School part of?
West Phoenix High School is part of American Charter Schools Foundation D.B.A. West Ph (79879) School District.
In what neighborhood is West Phoenix High School located?
West Phoenix High School is located in the Maryvale Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 65 other public schools located in Maryvale Village.
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