Cactus High School is a public school in Glendale, Arizona. Home of the Cobras (mascot), it was founded in 1977 and serves students from the Arrowhead neighborhood.
More than 1,000 students in grades 7 through 12 attend Cactus High, which is a part of the Peoria Unified School District, which operates to " prepare every student for a successful future as a responsible citizen who actively contributes to society, the community and the workforce.”
Cactus High has become one of Arizona's highest-rated high schools. According to state testing, 72% of its students performed above the proficiency level in math and 72% scored above state averages in reading. It has a 96% graduation rate.
The school operates under the idea of “ohana”. The staff and community treat fellow community members as family. The staff commits to leaving no child behind on their academic and extra-curricular journey.
Cactus High provides a wide variety of programs for students of all levels. These programs range anywhere from AP and Honors classes to college dual enrollment and extension classes.
The school offers many clubs, including anime, gaming, robotics, law enforcement, culinary skills, and drama. Additionally, the school offers more than ten sports to choose from. The school celebrates both academics and athletics and has won local and State championships over the years.
Cactus High School
Public High School
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Grade 7-12
6330 W Greenway Rd,
Glendale, AZ
Peoria Unified School District
School Details
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Average SAT Score
1140
Average ACT Score
22
Math Proficiency
40%
Reading Proficiency
29%
Average GPA
3.39
Graduation Rate
95%
Niche Grade
B
B+
B+
B
C
B
B+
C+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.39
Reading Proficiency
29%
Math Proficiency
40%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers
60
Full Time Teachers
60
Teachers in First or Second Year
6%
College Prep
Average SAT
1140
Math
570
Verbal
560
Average ACT
22
Math
22
English
21
Reading
22
Science
21
Number of AP Courses
11
AP Pass Rate
97.3%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low
GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
Math
33%
State Average
44%
Science
24%
State Average
31%
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
391:1
Student Diversity
Male
54.3%
Female
45.7%
White
50.2%
Hispanic
35.2%
Black
5.6%
Two or more races
4.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
2.4%
Native American
1.5%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
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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.
Northern Arizona University
299 Students
Arizona State University
284 Students
Grand Canyon University
185 Students
University of Arizona
176 Students
Glendale Community College - Arizona
152 Students
Arizona State University - West Campus
133 Students
University of California - Los Angeles
57 Students
University of San Diego
44 Students
Arizona State University - Polytechnic Campus
43 Students
Arizona Christian University
40 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business
60 Students
Psychology
52 Students
Nursing
49 Students
Biology
39 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
38 Students
Computer Science
20 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration
20 Students
Early Childhood Education
16 Students
Criminology
15 Students
Accounting
15 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
3/29/2024
Cactus could be improved. We have faced many issues in the past with serious problems such as school safety as well as mental health of the students who attend cactus.
1/31/2024
Cactus High School has been a good experience. I have been able to be involved in sports and clubs which has made my high school experience more fun. I also like the size of the school. It is not too big or small and I have been able to really get to know my teachers and other staff. I feel welcomed and like I belong.
1/3/2024
I honestly can say I love this school. I came from Washington High school and the difference of sport involvement and academic achievement is huge.
GreatSchools Reviews
1/4/2021
Love this school ive gone here for six years great coaching staff and great staff overall great school
3/26/2019
I would rate this school and my experience 10/10. Cactus has so much to offer and just like any school if the student's do not put the effort into their education then that is on them. However, if the students try and the parents are involved then this school rocks!
3/7/2019
i would say that my experience is terrible. They don't know how to treat there kids right unless they are on the sports team and good. it isn't right. i would never recommended this school to anyone.
5/16/2018
So glad to be rid of this school. FYI they focus on football and how many of these kids are really going to be professional. Let's focus on academics.
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Map
Attendance Zone
About Arrowhead
List Price Range
$160K - $3.5M
Homes For Sale
71
Average Home Value
$548,230
Median Lot Size
8,276 Sq Ft
% Renters
36%
Household Income
$102,765
% of College Grads
35.2%
Median Age
41
Average House Size
2,288 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
43.6%
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,329 - $1,414 per month
- Sun Creek Apartments
- 1-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 650+ Sq Ft
- 15050 N 59th Ave
- Glendale, AZ
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Choice Schools
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- Picnic Area
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- Picnic Area
- Tennis
Thunderbird Reservoir Park
Country Gables Park
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- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Greenbriar Park
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- Picnic Area
- Volleyball
Rio Vista Community Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Fishing
- Picnic Area
Kings Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Skunk Creek Linear Park
- Bike Trails
- Trails
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