At a glance
Reported students
1,310
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
69.5
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
18.8:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
07–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Arizona high enrollment
85th percentile
Compared with 770 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
693.5
Poston Butte High School: 1,310 reported students.
State peer staffing position
54th percentile
18.8:1 reported; state peer median 18.1:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 1,434
- Teachers (FTE)
- 76.8
- Student–teacher ratio
- 18.7:1
What the reported data says about Poston Butte High School
Poston Butte High School is a public high school serving grades 07–12 in San Tan Valley. It is one of 16 current school records connected to Florence Unified School District (4437). NCES reports 1,310 students for 2024–25.
Among 770 high schools in Arizona with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 80 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 85th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 18.8:1, close to the Arizona median of 18.1:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (44%) and White (40.4%). English learners represent 4.1% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 13.6%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, computer science. The school reported 14 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Poston Butte High School
- 1How do the reported 18.8:1 student–teacher ratio and 69.5 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 4 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 4.1%
- Students with disabilities
- 13.6%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 4
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0.5
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White40.4%
- Hispanic44%
- Black8.2%
- Asian1.2%
- American Indian / Alaska Native1.8%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.8%
- Multiracial3.5%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
14 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Florence Unified School District (4437)
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Florence High School
High · Grades 07–12
857 reported students
San Tan Foothills High School
High · Grades 07–12
793 reported students
Florence Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–08
805 reported students
Circle Cross STEM Academy
Elementary · Grades KG–08
728 reported students
Anthem Elementary School
Other · Grades PK–09
722 reported students
Walker Butte Middle School
Elementary · Grades PK–08
718 reported students
Public schools near Poston Butte High School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CAVIT - Poston Butte High School High · Central Arizona Valley Institute of Technology (79385) | 09–12 | 0 | under 0.1 mi |
| Ridgeview College Preparatory High School High · Charter · American Charter Schools Foundation dba Ridgeview (1001346) | 09–12 | 229 | 2.5 mi |
| San Tan Foothills High School High · Florence Unified School District (4437) | 07–12 | 793 | 3.1 mi |
| CAVIT - San Tan Foothills High School High · Central Arizona Valley Institute of Technology (79385) | 09–12 | 0 | 3.1 mi |
| Combs Center for Success High School High · J O Combs Unified School District (4445) | 09–12 | 49 | 3.4 mi |
| EVIT American Leadership Academy Ironwood K-12 High · East Valley Institute of Technology (4516) | 09–12 | 0 | 3.8 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Poston Butte High School
What grades does Poston Butte High School serve?
Poston Butte High School reports grades 07–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Florence Unified School District (4437).
How many students attend Poston Butte High School?
Poston Butte High School reported 1,310 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 85th percentile among 770 Arizona high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,434 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Poston Butte High School?
The calculated ratio is 18.8:1, based on 1,310 students and 69.5 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Arizona median for the same school level is 18.1:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Poston Butte High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Poston Butte High School is a public school and is not a charter school; it is also identified as a magnet school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
Which school district is Poston Butte High School in?
Poston Butte High School is part of Florence Unified School District (4437), based in Florence, AZ, which operates 16 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Poston Butte High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include CAVIT - Poston Butte High School (under 0.1 mi), Ridgeview College Preparatory High School (2.5 mi), San Tan Foothills High School (3.1 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.