High Schools in Amphitheater Unified District

The Amphitheater Unified District in Arizona is home to three high schools: Canyon Del Oro High School, Ironwood Ridge High School, and Amphitheater High School. These schools serve students in grades 9-12 and showcase a range of academic performance and student demographics.

Canyon Del Oro High School stands out as the top-performing school in the district, consistently ranking among the top 51-71 high schools in Arizona and earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school boasts significantly higher proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics compared to the district and state averages. In contrast, Amphitheater High School struggles, with much lower proficiency rates and a 0-1 star rating.

The performance gap between the schools is notable, with Canyon Del Oro High School and Ironwood Ridge High School outperforming Amphitheater High School by over 40 percentage points in ELA and Math proficiency. This disparity may be influenced by factors such as student demographics and socioeconomic status, as Amphitheater High School serves a more diverse and economically disadvantaged student population. Despite the higher per-student spending at Amphitheater High School, the academic outcomes suggest that factors beyond just funding, such as school culture and student engagement, may play a crucial role in student success.