Serving 59 students in grades 7-12, Robert L. Duffy High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 45%).
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 59 students
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robert L. Duffy High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Robert L. Duffy High School's student population of 59 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
59 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Robert L. Duffy High School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≤10%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
8%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
69%
48%
Black
14%
6%
White
7%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
7%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Robert L. Duffy High School?
The graduation rate of Robert L. Duffy High School is 50%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Robert L. Duffy High School?
59 students attend Robert L. Duffy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Robert L. Duffy High School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 8% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Robert L. Duffy High School offer ?
Robert L. Duffy High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Robert L. Duffy High School part of?
Robert L. Duffy High School is part of Career Success Schools (79047) School District.
In what neighborhood is Robert L. Duffy High School located?
Robert L. Duffy High School is located in the Alhambra neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 34 other public schools located in Alhambra.
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