Pinnacle High School is a public high school located in the north valley of Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona. PHS opened in 2000, and is a part of the Paradise Valley Unified School District. The students are called Pinnacle Pioneers and the school's mascot is Pioneer Pete.
Serving 2,430 students in grades 7-12, Pinnacle 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 64% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 2,430 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pinnacle 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
Pinnacle High School's student population of 2,430 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 102 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,430 students
Total Classroom Teachers
102 teachers
Year Founded
2000
Colors
White, Blue, Red
School Rankings
Pinnacle 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 Pinnacle High School is 0.48, 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
#123 out of 1921 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
16%
49%
Black
2%
6%
White
70%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Paradise Valley Unified District (4241)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pinnacle High School's ranking?
Pinnacle High School is ranked #123 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Pinnacle High School often compared to?
Pinnacle High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chaparral High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pinnacle High School?
The graduation rate of Pinnacle High School is 97%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Pinnacle High School?
2,430 students attend Pinnacle High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Pinnacle High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pinnacle High School?
Pinnacle High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pinnacle High School offer ?
Pinnacle High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pinnacle High School part of?
Pinnacle High School is part of Paradise Valley Unified District (4241).
In what neighborhood is Pinnacle High School located?
Pinnacle High School is located in the Desert Ridge West neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Desert Ridge West.
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