Raymond S. Kellis High School is a public secondary school located in Glendale, Arizona, United States, part of the Peoria Unified School District. It opened in August 2004 due to overcrowding at Peoria High School and rapid population growth in the surrounding area.
Serving 1,697 students in grades 7-12, Raymond S. Kellis ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,697 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 30% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
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Raymond S. Kellis's student population of 1,697 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,697 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Year Founded
2004
Colors
Black, Navy Blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Make It Your Kellis, Make It Our Kellis
Raymond S. Kellis ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Raymond S. Kellis is 0.60, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1100 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
59%
48%
Black
8%
6%
White
23%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
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Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Raymond S. Kellis's ranking?
Raymond S. Kellis is ranked #1100 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Raymond S. Kellis often compared to?
Raymond S. Kellisis often viewed alongside schools like Peoria High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Raymond S. Kellis?
The graduation rate of Raymond S. Kellis is 91%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Raymond S. Kellis?
1,697 students attend Raymond S. Kellis.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Raymond S. Kellis students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Raymond S. Kellis?
Raymond S. Kellis has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Raymond S. Kellis offer ?
Raymond S. Kellis offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Raymond S. Kellis part of?
Raymond S. Kellis is part of Peoria Unified School District (4237).
School Reviews5 10/10/2025I am proud that my child graduated from her classes with the best teachers in the state of Arizona! Being a fashion designer, my child has made progress in her artistic abilities through the visual and performing art electives here at Kellis! She did incredible extracurriculars in fashion and drawing, but as well as her teachers as a great guide to her career pathway. THANK YOU, TEACHERS!!Review Raymond S. Kellis. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
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I am proud that my child graduated from her classes with the best teachers in the state of Arizona! Being a fashion designer, my child has made progress in her artistic abilities through the visual and performing art electives here at Kellis! She did incredible extracurriculars in fashion and drawing, but as well as her teachers as a great guide to her career pathway. THANK YOU, TEACHERS!!
Review Raymond S. Kellis. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
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