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Phoenix Union High School District (4286)

Arizona · Public School District
19
Schools
27,900
Students
$14,520
Per-Pupil Spend
≈ nat'l avg
79.7%
Free Lunch Rate
+28pp vs nat'l
79.2%
Graduation Rate
-7.3pp vs nat'l
District Overview

Phoenix Union High School District (4286) is a public school district in Arizona serving 27,900 students across 19 schools. It includes 19 high school. Its graduation rate of 79.2% is below the national average of 86.5%. Per-pupil spending of $14,520 is near the national average for a US public school district. 80% of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, reflecting significant economic need in the community. Opportunity scores across its schools are limited, with a district median of 36/100.

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All Schools (19)
District Finances
Per-Pupil Expenditure$14,520Near national avg
National avg $14,347
Revenue Sources
24%
58%
State
24.1%
Local (property tax)
57.9%
Federal
18.0%

This district draws the majority of its budget from local property taxes (58%), typical of wealthier suburban districts.

Source: NCES F-33 School District Finance Survey. District-level data.
District Snapshot
19
Schools
27,900
Students
80%
Free Lunch
$15K
Per-Pupil
Graduation Rate79.2%
Opportunity Score36/100
StateArizona →
School Rankings
Strengths & Considerations
Range of school options
With 19 schools, families have meaningful choice across programs and grade levels.
Below-average graduation rate
At 79.2%, graduation is 7.3 points below the national average of 86.5%.
High economic need in community
80% of students qualify for free or reduced lunch — above the national rate of 52.2% — reflecting broader economic challenges.
Location
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Phoenix Union High School District (4286)?
Phoenix Union High School District (4286) has 19 public schools, serving a total of 27,900 students.
What is the graduation rate for Phoenix Union High School District (4286)?
The graduation rate is 79.2%, which is below the national average of 86.5%.
How much does Phoenix Union High School District (4286) spend per student?
Phoenix Union High School District (4286) spends $14,520 per pupil — 1% above the national average of $14,347.
What percentage of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch in Phoenix Union High School District (4286)?
80% of students in Phoenix Union High School District (4286) qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, compared to the national rate of 52.2%.
Are there charter schools in Phoenix Union High School District (4286)?
No, Phoenix Union High School District (4286) does not currently include any charter schools.
What grade levels does Phoenix Union High School District (4286) serve?
Phoenix Union High School District (4286) serves grades 9 through 12, covering high school level.
What is the opportunity score for Phoenix Union High School District (4286)?
The median opportunity score across schools in Phoenix Union High School District (4286) is 36/100. The national median is 50/100. Opportunity scores reflect long-term economic mobility prospects for children who grow up in these communities.
About This Data

All figures on this page come directly from US federal open datasets — NCES Common Core of Data, EDFacts, and the Opportunity Atlas — and we work hard to keep them accurate and up to date. That said, federal data is published on an annual cycle, so some figures may not yet reflect the very latest school-year changes or local updates. We recommend using this page as a helpful starting point and cross-checking with the school or district directly, or visiting the NCES Common Core of Data and ed.gov for the most authoritative figures before making any important decisions.