On a sprawling campus in the heart of the Biltmore neighborhood, Camelback High is a public school serving more than 2,100 students in ninth through twelfth grades as part of the Phoenix Union School District.
In addition to a core curriculum, the school offers Advanced Placement classes and performing arts as well as career and technical education courses for college credit in accounting, business, hospitality management, culinary arts, education, or engineering. In addition, Camelback High hosts one of the only Montessori college prep programs in the state of Arizona.
As far as extracurriculars, students can dedicate themselves to service in JROTC, National Honor Society, and student government, or pursue their passions in Academic Decathlon, band, choir, dance, newspaper, yearbook, or e-sports, among many others.
To rev up team spirit, Camelback High also has a robust athletics program outfitted with a football stadium, four ball fields, and more than a dozen courts on campus. Aspiring Camelback Spartans can compete in swimming, cross country, wrestling, golf, tennis, and track and field, or further build camaraderie in basketball, baseball, volleyball, soccer, softball and, of course, football.
In and out of the classroom, Camelback High inspires students to be active and engaged every day.
Camelback High School
Public High School
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Grade 9-12
4612 N 28th St,
Phoenix, AZ
Phoenix Union High School District
School Details
Head of School
Dr. Chad Gestson
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Average SAT Score
1060
Average ACT Score
21
Math Proficiency
14%
Reading Proficiency
23%
Average GPA
3.22
Graduation Rate
81%
Niche Grade
C
B-
B-
B-
B-
B+
B+
C+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
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Average GPA
3.22
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Reading Proficiency
23%
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Math Proficiency
14%
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Teachers
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Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers
118
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Full Time Teachers
118
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Teachers in First or Second Year
6.8%
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College Prep
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Average SAT
1060
Math
530
Verbal
520
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Average ACT
21
Math
20
English
20
Reading
22
Science
20
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Number of AP Courses
11
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AP Pass Rate
14.1%
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AP Math Enrollment
Low
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AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
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Other AP Enrollment
Low
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Clubs and Activities
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Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
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Boys Athletic Participation
Low
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GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
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Science
9%
State Average
31%
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Math
10%
State Average
44%
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Teachers and Staff
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Students Per Counselor
731:1
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Student Diversity
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Male
52.2%
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Female
47.8%
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Economically disadvantaged
97.6%
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Hispanic
76.4%
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Male
52.2%
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Female
47.8%
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Limited English proficient
19.9%
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Black
10.9%
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White
5.2%
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Native American
3.6%
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Two or more races
2.2%
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Asian
1%
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Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
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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
562 Students
Northern Arizona University
399 Students
Grand Canyon University
269 Students
University of Arizona
266 Students
Phoenix College
220 Students
GateWay Community College - Phoenix
179 Students
Arizona State University - West Campus
118 Students
University of California - Los Angeles
106 Students
Arizona State University - Downtown Phoenix Campus
83 Students
Arizona State University - Polytechnic Campus
72 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business
118 Students
Nursing
95 Students
Psychology
72 Students
Criminology
46 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
32 Students
Nursing Science, Education, and Practice
29 Students
Family Practice and Pediatric Nursing
29 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration
28 Students
Biology
26 Students
Education
26 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
10/12/2025
I love the school because all the teachers and administrators are all so helpful. I feel safe on campus with my friends. The campus makes us feel welcome and inviting which I love. Always throws great events and try's to get you involved with the school.
9/3/2024
I had a lot of opportunities and flexibility within the Montessori program at Camelback high school. They gave us a lot of connections and prepared us for college. We also took a lot more field trips compared to the other students. There were also a lot of community building activities like potlucks and small parties during advisory. I don't have anything negative to say about my high school experience except maybe the food. Improving the food would be better considering a lot of kids only eat at school.
1/24/2024
My time at Camelback High School was an odd and joyful experience. In the beginning, I had attended during COVID-19 for my freshman year, this made my high school experience troubling as it was hard to converse and commune with my peers. But with help from my counselors and teachers, they were able to make my time at Camelback a great one.
GreatSchools Reviews
7/31/2025
This school is almost like a prison
7/30/2025
When it comes to Camelback I am definitely proud of my choice coming here where there are so many opportunities for different kids with whatever you have in mind and this welcoming environment and amazing vibes have definitely me helped open up to those opportunities!!
9/25/2024
I am a recent graduate class of 2024 this school is the best high school (in my opinion) because it not only enabled me to succeed in college but the school offers so many good programs. I did the cosmetology program and after graduated and got my cosmetology license. Now I work at a salon and I did...
5/11/2022
I absolutely love this school, the teachers and staff are caring and want what's best for you.
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List Price Range
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Homes For Sale
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Average Home Value
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Median Lot Size
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% Renters
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Average Household Income
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% of College Grads
44.3%
Median Age
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Average House Size
2,753 Sq Ft
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Camelback High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Phoenix, AZ and is served by the Phoenix Union High School District in Arizona. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 2,239 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 18:1. Academic records show that 14% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 23% are proficient in reading. Camelback High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 3 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.22, the graduation rate is 81%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1060 and an ACT score of 21. The average home value in this area is $857,441. Discover additional schools in the area, like Phoenix Educator Preparatory, Arcadia High School, Central High School, and more. Learn more about what Phoenix has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Camelback High School.