Cortez High School is located in Phoenix, Arizona at 8828 N 31st Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85051. It is part of the Glendale Union High School District. The mascot is the Colt and the school colors are primarily black and white with red used as an alternate color.
Serving 1,132 students in grades 9-12, Cortez High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,132 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Top 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cortez High School's student population of 1,132 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,132 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Year Founded
1960
Colors
Royal Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cortez High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cortez High School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#999 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
4%
5%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
62%
49%
Black
13%
6%
White
12%
33%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
77%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.6%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Calvin The Colt
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cortez High School's ranking?
Cortez High School is ranked #999 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cortez High School?
The graduation rate of Cortez High School is 85%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Cortez High School?
1,132 students attend Cortez High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Cortez High School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cortez High School?
Cortez High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cortez High School offer ?
Cortez High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cortez High School part of?
Cortez High School is part of Glendale Union High School District (4285).
In what neighborhood is Cortez High School located?
Cortez High School is located in the North Mountain Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 31 other public schools located in North Mountain Village.
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