PEORIA HIGH SCHOOL
Peoria High School is a public high school that is part of the Peoria Unified School District (4237) school district, located in Peoria, AZ with about 1,483 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 70 teachers, Peoria High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. 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.
Peoria High School, located at 11200 N 83rd Ave in Peoria, Arizona, is the flagship institution of the Peoria Unified School District. As the oldest high school in the district, it carries a deep-rooted tradition and is often referred to by the community as "Old Main." The school is well-regarded for its historic campus character, which blends traditional architecture with modern educational facilities, serving a diverse student body and fostering a strong sense of school spirit and local identity.
Academically, the school offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes Advanced Placement (AP) courses, career and technical education (CTE) programs, and various dual-enrollment opportunities to prepare students for college and the workforce. Beyond the classroom, Peoria High School is highly active in extracurricular activities, boasting a competitive athletics program known as the "Panthers," as well as a wide range of student clubs, performing arts, and community service organizations. Through these offerings, the school emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience that focuses on both academic achievement and the development of character and community engagement.
For more information, contact Peoria High School at (623) 486-6300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Peoria, AZ 85345
(623) 486-6300
PEORIA HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Peoria, AZ with about 1,483 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:
- 1,483
- Teachers:
- 70.93
- 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 1,483 students
- Hispanic/Latino
- 55.1%
- White
- 28.7%
- Black or African American
- 9.0%
- Two or more races
- 2.6%
- Asian
- 2.5%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 2.0%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- Female
- 50.3%
- Male
- 49.7%
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.