Higley High School is a high school in Gilbert, Arizona, United States. It is one of two high schools run by the Higley Unified School District. On December 9, 2022, Higley's varsity football team defeated Cactus 41-21 to capture the 5A state championship, their first in school history.
Serving 2,005 students in grades 8-12, Higley High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 2,005 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Higley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Higley High School's student population of 2,005 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 107 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,005 students
Total Classroom Teachers
107 teachers
Year Founded
2001
Colors
Blue and Silver
School Rankings
Higley High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Higley High School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#187 out of 1921 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
21%
49%
Black
4%
6%
White
64%
33%
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Knights
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Higley High School's ranking?
Higley High School is ranked #187 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Higley High School often compared to?
Higley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Williams Field High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Higley High School?
The graduation rate of Higley High School is 97%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Higley High School?
2,005 students attend Higley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Higley High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Higley High School?
Higley High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Higley High School offer ?
Higley High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Higley High School part of?
Higley High School is part of Higley Unified School District (4248).
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