Sandra Day O'connor High School

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Sandra Day O'connor High School

Public Middle, High School | Grade 7-12
25250 N 35TH Ave,  Glendale, AZ
Deer Valley Unified School District
3.9
3.3
2,534 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
24:1
Average SAT Score
1250
Average ACT Score
26
Math Proficiency
60%
Reading Proficiency
76%
Average GPA
3.58
Graduation Rate
98%

Niche Grade

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

Academics
Average GPA
3.58
Reading Proficiency
76%
Math Proficiency
60%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
24:1
Teachers
109
Full Time Teachers
109
Teachers in First or Second Year
11.3%
College Prep
Average SAT
1250
Math
620
Verbal
620
Average ACT
26
Math
25
English
25
Reading
27
Science
25
Number of AP Courses
21
AP Pass Rate
70.8%
AP Math Enrollment
Average
AP Science Enrollment
High
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
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

Science
8%
State Average
31%
Math
16%
State Average
44%
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
425:1

Student Diversity

Male
50.5%
Female
49.5%
White
69.2%
Male
50.5%
Female
49.5%
Hispanic
14.9%
Economically disadvantaged
14.9%
Asian
8.5%
Two or more races
4.2%
Black
2.6%
Limited English proficient
1.8%

Specialty School Programs

AP 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 744 Students
Northern Arizona University 552 Students
University of Arizona 418 Students
Grand Canyon University 321 Students
Glendale Community College - Arizona 158 Students
Arizona State University - West Campus 150 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 149 Students
University of San Diego 102 Students
University of California - Santa Barbara 76 Students
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Prescott 70 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 200 Students
Psychology 144 Students
Nursing 123 Students
Biology 106 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 104 Students
Computer Science 62 Students
Political Science and Government 48 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 48 Students
Mechanical Engineering 48 Students
Biomedical Sciences and Molecular Medicine 46 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 530 Reviews
4.0 Freshman
9/13/2025
It's good I just wish the buildings weren't so far and they made our schedules more accommodating, taking the walks from buildings into consideration
5.0 Parent
12/3/2024
Our experience at O'Connor has been over all very positive. I have felt that my children are in a safe environment and I have always been able to reach out if we have had an issue.
4.0 Sophomore
10/17/2024
Most of the teachers here are amazing but my only complaint is they barely listen to students about teacher complaints. One teacher in specific was horrible to Sandra Day Oconnor's students for many years and many people had submitted complaints about this teacher and nothing happened for the long period of time they worked there. (They retired)
GreatSchools Reviews
3.3 29 Reviews
5.0 parent
2/4/2026
One of the best schools in the valley. Great teachers. Great staff. Highly educational. Disciplined, Enthusiastic, Patriotic, Integrity, and Morality to the highest levels.
5.0 other
2/1/2025
I have had the pleasure of working with the TSW students (Transition School to Work Program) from Sandra Day O'Connor for almost two semesters. What a GREAT group of students and teachers. You know you have something special when children come to school excited about learning new skills, working tog...
1.0 parent
1/11/2024
I can't even begin to explain how horrible of an experience we've had. I've been forcing my son to go every day. His grades dropped significantly. He missed more than 7 days because of the anxiety from bullying. Bullying for literally no reason. Not because of looks, nothing. Or because he "wears th...
2.0 parent
3/15/2021
Would not recommend this school for any one who isn’t Caucasian. All the other reviews regarding teachers, coaching staff, and bullying we’ve experienced in half a school year.

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Sandra Day O'connor High School is a public school for students in grades 7-12 in Glendale, AZ and is served by the Deer Valley Unified School District in Arizona. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 2,534 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 24:1. Academic records show that 60% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 76% are proficient in reading. Sandra Day O'connor High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 9 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.58, the graduation rate is 98%, 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 $650,212. Discover additional schools in the area, like West-Mec - Barry Goldwater High School, Stetson Hills Elementary School, Union Park School, and more. Learn more about what Glendale has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Sandra Day O'connor High School.

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