Estrella High School is a public charter high school in Avondale, Arizona. It is operated by The Leona Group. It is a member of the Canyon Athletic Association.
Serving 138 students in grades 9-12, Estrella High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 138 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 20-29% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Estrella High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Estrella High School's student population of 138 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
138 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
School Motto
Your future Matters!
School Rankings
Estrella High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Estrella High School is 0.37, 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
#1691 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
78%
49%
Black
14%
6%
White
6%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
20-29%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Sidewinders
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Estrella High School's ranking?
Estrella High School is ranked #1691 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Estrella High School often compared to?
Estrella High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Agua Fria High School, Arizona Agribusiness & Equine Center - Estrella, Great Hearts Academies - Archway Trivium by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Estrella High School?
The graduation rate of Estrella High School is 20-29%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Estrella High School?
138 students attend Estrella High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Estrella High School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Estrella High School?
Estrella High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Estrella High School offer ?
Estrella High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Estrella High School part of?
Estrella High School is part of American Charter Schools Foundation D.B.A. Estrell (79873).
In what neighborhood is Estrella High School located?
Estrella High School is located in the Goodale neighborhood of Avondale, AZ.
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