Thunderbird High School

Glendale Union High School District (4285)

thunderbird.guhsdaz.org/

1,540 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Thunderbird High School, located in Phoenix, Arizona, is a prominent member of the Glendale Union High School District. Serving a diverse student population, the school is well-regarded for its commitment to academic excellence and its robust extracurricular landscape. The campus provides a comprehensive educational experience that balances rigorous core curriculum requirements with a variety of elective pathways, ensuring that students are well-prepared for post-secondary education, military service, or the workforce.

Beyond the classroom, Thunderbird High School fosters a vibrant school spirit through a wide array of athletic programs, student clubs, and performing arts opportunities. The school places a strong emphasis on community engagement and personal growth, aiming to develop well-rounded individuals who are active participants in their local community. With a focus on modern teaching methodologies and supportive student services, the institution strives to maintain an inclusive environment that encourages both intellectual curiosity and character development.

1,540

Total Students

75.2

Full-Time Teachers

20.5

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Thunderbird High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	594
Hispanic	676
Black	117
Asian	35
Two or More	65
American Indian	45
Pacific Islander	8

Hispanic
676 (43.9 %)
White
594 (38.6 %)
Black
117 (7.6 %)
Two or More
65 (4.2 %)
American Indian
45 (2.9 %)
Asian
35 (2.3 %)
Pacific Islander
8 (0.5 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Glendale Union High School District (4285)
Phone:	(623)915-8900
Website:	http://thunderbird.guhsdaz.org/
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,540
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	75.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	20.5
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	0
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 416

Grade 10 436

Grade 11 362

Grade 12 326