Phoenix Union Bioscience High School

About Phoenix Union Bioscience High School

Phoenix Union Bioscience High School is an innovative public high school located in Phoenix, Arizona. Established in 2016, it is the first and only bioscience high school in the state. The school focuses on preparing students for college and careers in the fields of biotechnology, medicine, and engineering.
The school offers a rigorous curriculum that combines traditional academics with hands-on learning opportunities. Students have the opportunity to participate in research projects and internships in the bioscience field. The school also offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including clubs, sports, and student organizations.
At Phoenix Union Bioscience High School, students learn in an environment that encourages collaboration and creativity. The school is committed to providing students with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in college and beyond. With its focus on bioscience, Phoenix Union Bioscience High School is helping to shape the future of education in Arizona.

Address:	512 E Pierce St Phoenix, AZ 85004
Phone:	(602) 764-5600
Site:	phoenixunion.org
Grades:	9-12
Enrollment:	378 students

Overview Phoenix Union Bioscience High School

Phoenix Union Bioscience High School serves 378 students in grades 9-12.
Phoenix Union Bioscience High School placed in the top 5% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 32%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

Verdict on Phoenix Union Bioscience High School

Phoenix Union Bioscience High School is ranked within the top 5% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Phoenix Union Bioscience High School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.