CACTUS HIGH SCHOOL
Cactus High School is a public high school that is part of the Peoria Unified School District (4237) school district, located in Glendale, AZ with about 1,194 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 64 teachers, Cactus High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.
Cactus High School, located in Glendale, Arizona, is a prominent secondary institution within the Peoria Unified School District. Serving a diverse student body, the school is well-regarded for its commitment to academic excellence and its robust extracurricular landscape. The campus environment is designed to foster both intellectual growth and character development, offering a comprehensive curriculum that prepares students for post-secondary education and career readiness.
Beyond the classroom, Cactus High School is widely recognized for its vibrant school spirit and competitive athletics program. The school places a strong emphasis on community engagement, providing numerous clubs, organizations, and leadership opportunities that allow students to pursue their individual passions. With a focus on preparing well-rounded graduates, the school maintains a balance of rigorous academic standards and supportive student services, making it a cornerstone of the Glendale educational community.
For more information, contact Cactus High School at (623) 412-5000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 412-5000
CACTUS HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Glendale, AZ with about 1,194 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Arizona
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Peoria Unified School District (4237)
- Total Students:
- 1,194
- Teachers:
- 64.63
- 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
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 1,194 students
- White
- 60.7%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 27.6%
- Two or more races
- 4.5%
- Black or African American
- 3.9%
- Asian
- 2.0%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.9%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.3%
- Female
- 47.7%
- Male
- 52.3%
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.