Higley High School

Higley High School

Public High School | Grade 8-12
4068 E Pecos Rd,  Gilbert, AZ
Higley Unified School District
3.7
2.7
2,163 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
21:1
Average SAT Score
1250
Average ACT Score
26
Math Proficiency
70%
Reading Proficiency
63%
Average GPA
3.54
Graduation Rate
97%
Annual Tuition
$0

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
B+
Teachers
B
College Prep
C
Administration
C-
Resources/Facilities
B-
Clubs and Activities
A-
Sports
B-
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.54
Reading Proficiency
63%
Math Proficiency
70%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
21:1
Teachers
104
Full Time Teachers
104
Teachers in First or Second Year
9.6%
College Prep
Average SAT
1250
Math
640
Verbal
610
Average ACT
26
Math
26
English
25
Reading
27
Science
25
Number of AP Courses
22
AP Pass Rate
55.5%
AP Math Enrollment
Average
AP Science Enrollment
High
Other AP Enrollment
Average
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
17%
State Average
44%
Science
17%
State Average
31%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
533:1

Student Diversity

Male
52.7%
Female
47.3%
White
66.2%
Hispanic
20.3%
Two or more races
5.1%
Black
4.3%
Asian or Pacific Islander
3.1%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Arizona State University 611 Students
Northern Arizona University 458 Students
University of Arizona 329 Students
Grand Canyon University 192 Students
Chandler-Gilbert Community College 190 Students
Arizona State University - Polytechnic Campus 139 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 126 Students
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Prescott 96 Students
Brigham Young University 92 Students
Arizona State University - West Campus 90 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 147 Students
Psychology 117 Students
Nursing 98 Students
Biology 56 Students
Mechanical Engineering 47 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 46 Students
Aerospace Engineering 41 Students
Computer Science 40 Students
Marketing 38 Students
Engineering 34 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.7 327 Reviews
3.0 Alum
12/27/2024
Higley High School was an alright school to graduate from. There wasn't much diversity on campus but the friends I did make were great and some of them even turned into long term friendships. The teachers who like their jobs, valued their students and made it a safe learning environment. The clubs and extracurriculars offered were great and were easy to get involved in. Overall, Higley was a decent high school.
3.0 Alum
4/5/2024
There needs to be more focus on the mental health and safety of students as they learn, too many of my fellow alumni experienced bullying and sexual harasment from other students. Also the course load would lead to mental burnout and breakdowns.
3.0 Senior
2/11/2024
Higley High School offers some rigorous academic programs, however, they are limited and students are restricted in how many courses they can take. The campus is not unsafe, but the evacuation measures currently in place are insufficient in the event of danger. Overall, the school is good though there are multiple areas for improvement.
GreatSchools Reviews
2.7 13 Reviews
4.0 parent
1/26/2025
I've had several kids attend Higley High. Overall, it is a good school where I feel my kids received a quality education. Most of the teachers really seem to care about their students. The counseling department needs to be addressed, as there are not enough counselors for the student body, and getti...
5.0 parent
1/26/2025
I have three children in the district and have had nothing but great experiences. At least two of my children will graduate with almost 2 years worth of college credit, saving me a ton of money at university. I've had children on IEPS and 504s and this district will always do it's best to make sure...
1.0 parent
5/28/2022
Fights all the time the kids are always bully’s the teachers are angry
5.0 parent
10/12/2019
I have a son that is a Junior at Higley right now and he is doing great. I have dealt with administration and counselors and they have been nice, responsive and professional. He had a teacher that was not so great but they are gone. Overall experience has been great.

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Higley High School is a public school for students in grades 8-12 in Gilbert, AZ and is served by the Higley Unified School District in Arizona. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 2,163 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 21:1. Academic records show that 70% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 63% are proficient in reading. Higley High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.54, the graduation rate is 97%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1250 and an ACT score of 26. The average home value in this area is $710,845. Discover additional schools in the area, like Evit - Higley High School, Williams Field High School, Evit - Williams Field High School, and more. Learn more about what Gilbert has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Higley High School.

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