Prescott High School

phs.prescottschools.com/

1,497 Students

High School 8th - 12th

School Overview

Prescott High School, located in Prescott, Arizona, serves as a central pillar of the Prescott Unified School District. The school is known for fostering a comprehensive educational environment that balances rigorous academic standards with a diverse range of extracurricular activities. By prioritizing both college readiness and career development, the institution aims to equip students with the skills necessary to succeed in a rapidly evolving world while maintaining strong ties to the local community.

Beyond its traditional classroom curriculum, Prescott High School places a significant emphasis on student engagement through athletics, arts, and various technical programs. The school culture is designed to encourage personal growth, leadership, and school spirit, providing students with a well-rounded experience. With a commitment to inclusivity and student support, the school strives to prepare its graduates not only for higher education but also for responsible citizenship and lifelong learning.

1,497

Total Students

61.4

Full-Time Teachers

24.4

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Prescott High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	1,061
Hispanic	298
Black	18
Asian	15
Two or More	82
American Indian	21
Pacific Islander	2

White
1,061 (70.9%)
Hispanic
298 (19.9%)
Two or More
82 (5.5%)
American Indian
21 (1.4%)
Black
18 (1.2%)
Asian
15 (1.0%)
Pacific Islander
2 (0.1%)

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:	Prescott Unified District (4466)
Phone:	(928)445-2322
Website:	http://phs.prescottschools.com/
Grade Range:	8th - 12th
Total Students:	1,497
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	61.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	24.4
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 9 391

Grade 10 374

Grade 11 375

Grade 12 357