Phoenix Union Bioscience High School

Phoenix Union Bioscience High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
512 E Pierce St,  Phoenix, AZ
Phoenix Union High School District
4.1
3.3
377 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Dr. Deedee Falls
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Average SAT Score
1220
Average ACT Score
26
Math Proficiency
87%
Reading Proficiency
82%
Average GPA
3.53
Graduation Rate
95%

Niche Grade

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

Academics
Average GPA
3.53
Reading Proficiency
82%
Math Proficiency
87%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers
22
Full Time Teachers
22
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
College Prep
Average SAT
1220
Math
600
Verbal
620
Average ACT
26
Math
25
English
26
Reading
27
Science
25
Number of AP Courses
2
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Average
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
75%
State Average
44%
Science
59%
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
378:1

Student Diversity

Female
50.5%
Male
49.5%
Hispanic
69.2%
White
13%
Asian or Pacific Islander
9.2%
Black
4.9%
Two or more races
3.8%

School Rankings

#1 Best Magnet HS in Arizona
#1 Niche Standout HS in Arizona
#26 Best Public HS in Arizona
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Arizona State University 272 Students
Northern Arizona University 206 Students
University of Arizona 190 Students
Grand Canyon University 98 Students
Arizona State University - West Campus 75 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 71 Students
Stanford University 64 Students
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Prescott 64 Students
Phoenix College 56 Students
Arizona State University - Downtown Phoenix Campus 46 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Biology 67 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 58 Students
Mechanical Engineering 52 Students
Engineering 42 Students
Business 39 Students
Psychology 38 Students
Nursing 28 Students
Biomedical Sciences and Molecular Medicine 26 Students
Aerospace Engineering 25 Students
Computer Science 19 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.1 183 Reviews
4.0 Sophomore
6/17/2024
My experience at Bio so far has been pretty great. Nice classes, a bit of a heavier homework load than expected, and fun events. However, you can't choose your classes, and only take art freshman year, which is a bit of a bummer. But, there are lots of clubs that, I think, make up for it. The teachers I've had were good, but some teach in a way that doesn't really take into consideration that not everyone learns the same way. One thing I believe should really change is the lack of breaks during school. We do get an hour and half of lunch and a 5 minute passing period, but having no breaks makes sitting in 90 minute classes challenging.
4.0 Senior
6/6/2024
Overall,Bio science was an experience that was useful to me and will help me benefit in the future. It allowed me to experience opportunities I wouldn't have had at other high schools
5.0 Senior
3/26/2024
It is a very good school if you are interested in the medical and/or engineering field. It's a small school so classes are near each other, and everyone knows each other. The faculty puts college readiness first.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.3 15 Reviews
5.0 student
4/11/2021
This is a really great, rigorous school that turns the best of students into even better students. This school has received quite a few poor reviews, which I believe is because this school has proven too challenging for some students. I highly recommend this school, but on if you're ready for a heav...
3.0 parent
10/1/2020
Not impressed at all. As a parent, had I known all of the shortfalls and the points that I mentioned above, I would have not encouraged my daughter to go to Bisoscince.
5.0 student
9/25/2017
I'm a senior this year and I can't find the words to explain how grateful I am to my experience at this school. The experience has shaped me into a person I'm proud to be and prepared me for college and for interacting with my community after that. It's a challenging school, but the success I'm expe...
5.0 student
5/19/2017
I'm a student at this school and its been absolutely awesome. The jump from a regular school to this high school is extraordinary. I'm in classes where people actually want to learn something new. The teachers there reach out to every student and see how exactly they can help them, and at the end, e...

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Phoenix Union Bioscience 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. The school has a total enrollment of 377 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 18:1. Academic records show that 87% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 82% are proficient in reading. Phoenix Union Bioscience High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.53, the graduation rate is 95%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1220 and an ACT score of 26. The average home value in this area is $566,669. Discover additional schools in the area, like North High School, Metro Tech High School, Phoenix Union-Wilson College Preparatory, and more. Learn more about what Phoenix has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Phoenix Union Bioscience High School.

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