Peoria Unified School District

The Peoria Unified School District in Arizona encompasses 43 schools, including 33 elementary schools, 8 high schools, and 2 alternative schools. The district serves a diverse student population with varying academic performance across its schools.

A few standout schools in the district include Liberty High School, which ranks in the top 25% of Arizona high schools and maintains a 4-star rating, and Peoria Traditional School, an elementary school that ranks in the top 6% of Arizona elementary schools and earns a 5-star rating. Another high-performing high school is Sunrise Mountain High School, which ranks in the top 20% of Arizona high schools and has a 99.1% 4-year graduation rate.

While some schools in the district excel, there is a significant gap in academic performance between the highest and lowest performing schools. Factors such as socioeconomic status, school resources, and teaching quality appear to play a major role in student outcomes. The data suggests that providing equitable access to high-quality education for all students in the Peoria Unified School District remains an important challenge to address.