POSTON BUTTE HIGH SCHOOL

Poston Butte High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Florence Unified School District (4437) school district, located in San Tan Valley, AZ with about 1,365 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 81 teachers, Poston Butte High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Poston Butte High School, located in San Tan Valley, Arizona, is a prominent secondary institution within the Florence Unified School District. Serving a growing community, the school is known for its comprehensive academic curriculum and its "Bronco" spirit. The campus is designed to support a wide range of educational paths, providing students with opportunities to engage in Advanced Placement (AP) courses, career and technical education (CTE) programs, and various elective options intended to prepare them for post-secondary success.

Beyond the classroom, Poston Butte places a strong emphasis on student life and holistic development. The school hosts a diverse array of extracurricular activities, including competitive interscholastic athletics, student government, performing arts, and various academic clubs. By fostering an environment that balances rigorous academic standards with community involvement and school pride, Poston Butte High School aims to cultivate well-rounded graduates who are ready to contribute effectively to their local and global communities.

For more information, contact Poston Butte High School at (480) 474-6100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

32375 North Gantzel Road
San Tan Valley, AZ 85143
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POSTON BUTTE HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in San Tan Valley, AZ with about 1,365 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Arizona

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
1,365
Teachers:
81.67
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
7th Grade
8th Grade
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 1,365 students

White
49.0%
Hispanic/Latino
36.4%
Black or African American
9.2%
American Indian or Alaska Native
2.0%
Asian
1.6%
Two or more races
1.5%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.4%

Female
47.9%
Male
52.1%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.