School Overview
Pinnacle High School, located in the North Phoenix area and part of the Paradise Valley Unified School District, is a highly regarded public secondary institution known for its commitment to academic excellence and comprehensive student development. Serving a diverse student body, the school offers a rigorous curriculum that includes a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, honors programs, and career-technical education pathways. The campus is designed to foster a balanced educational experience, placing a significant emphasis on preparing students for success in higher education and their future professional endeavors through a blend of traditional academics and innovative learning tools.

Beyond its academic reputation, Pinnacle High School is recognized for its robust extracurricular culture, which includes a competitive athletics program, award-winning performing arts departments, and various student-led clubs and organizations. The school prides itself on maintaining a supportive community environment where students are encouraged to engage in school spirit and personal growth. With a focus on both character building and intellectual inquiry, Pinnacle High School remains a cornerstone of the North Phoenix community, consistently striving to equip its graduates with the skills and confidence necessary to thrive in an evolving global landscape.
2,430
Total Students
101.7
Full-Time Teachers
23.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Pinnacle High School
Demographic Student Count
White1,706
Hispanic397
Black47
Asian122
Two or More142
American Indian9
Pacific Islander7
  • White
    1,706 (70.2%)
  • Hispanic
    397 (16.3%)
  • Two or More
    142 (5.8%)
  • Asian
    122 (5.0%)
  • Black
    47 (1.9%)
  • American Indian
    9 (0.4%)
  • Pacific Islander
    7 (0.3%)
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: Paradise Valley Unified District (4241)
Phone: (602)449-4000
Website: http://pinnacle.pvschools.net/
Grade Range: 7th - 12th
Total Students: 2,430
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 101.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 23.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 629
Grade 10 633
Grade 11 578
Grade 12 590

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Pinnacle High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9629
Grade 10633
Grade 11578
Grade 12590
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Pinnacle High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female1,14847.2%
Male1,28252.8%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)