PHOENIX UNION BIOSCIENCE HIGH SCHOOL

Phoenix Union Bioscience High School is a public high school that is part of the Phoenix Union High School District (4286) school district, located in Phoenix, AZ with about 345 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 22 teachers, Phoenix Union Bioscience High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Phoenix Union Bioscience High School, located in downtown Phoenix, is a specialized magnet school that provides a unique, rigorous academic experience centered on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). As part of the Phoenix Union High School District, the school is designed to prepare students for higher education and careers in fields such as medicine, biotechnology, and environmental science. Its location near the Phoenix Biomedical Campus allows students to benefit from proximity to research facilities and professional opportunities, fostering a culture of innovation and hands-on learning.

The school is well-regarded for its small, intimate campus environment, which emphasizes a collaborative approach to education and strong relationships between students and faculty. By integrating bioscience-focused curriculum with traditional academic requirements, Phoenix Union Bioscience encourages students to engage in critical thinking, laboratory research, and community-based projects. It is an ideal choice for motivated students who are looking for a focused, academically challenging high school experience that bridges the gap between classroom theory and real-world scientific application.

For more information, contact Phoenix Union Bioscience High School at (602) 764-5600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

512 East Pierce Street
Phoenix, AZ 85004
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PHOENIX UNION BIOSCIENCE HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Phoenix, AZ with about 345 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Arizona

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
345
Teachers:
22
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
Grade Levels Offered
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 345 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending PHOENIX UNION BIOSCIENCE HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 72% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
72.5%
White
14.8%
Asian
5.5%
Black or African American
5.2%
Two or more races
1.7%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.3%

Female
52.5%
Male
47.5%

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.