Agua Fria High School

Agua Fria Union High School District (4289)

www.aguafria.org/afhs

1,535 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Agua Fria High School, located in Avondale, Arizona, serves as a cornerstone of the Agua Fria Union High School District. With a rich history dating back to its founding in 1955, the school has long been a focal point for the local community, emphasizing a balance between academic achievement, athletic excellence, and personal growth. The campus offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes Advanced Placement (AP) courses, career and technical education (CTE) programs, and a wide array of extracurricular activities designed to prepare students for both higher education and the modern workforce.

Beyond the classroom, Agua Fria High School is known for its strong school spirit and a commitment to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment. The school prioritizes student development through diverse clubs, competitive sports teams, and performing arts programs, encouraging students to take an active role in their educational journey. By focusing on both traditional academic rigor and 21st-century skill development, the school strives to empower its students to become responsible, successful contributors to their community and beyond.

1,535

Total Students

93.8

Full-Time Teachers

16.4

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Agua Fria High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	135
Hispanic	1,153
Black	163
Asian	23
Two or More	41
American Indian	12
Pacific Islander	8

Hispanic
1,153 (75.1%)
Black
163 (10.6%)
White
135 (8.8%)
Two or More
41 (2.7%)
Asian
23 (1.5%)
American Indian
12 (0.8%)
Pacific Islander
8 (0.5%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Agua Fria Union High School District (4289)
Phone:	(623)932-7300
Website:	http://www.aguafria.org/afhs
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,535
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	93.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.4
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	0
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 370

Grade 10 378

Grade 11 384

Grade 12 403