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SAFETY

Cactus High School prioritizes school safety with a School Resource Officer who supports our campus, and a robust Emergency Operations Plan to prepare for emergencies. Our safety team focuses on preventative education and training throughout the year. Through their support, we have added cameras and secured the school’s points of entry.
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ACADEMICS

At Cactus High School, our curriculum is aligned with the Arizona State Standards and instructors use new resources to serve as the foundation for learning. We focus on student results and data-driven decision-making.
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GRADUATION SEALS

Cobras have the opportunity to earn multiple state diploma graduation seals in arts, finance, biliteracy and civics.
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COMMUNICATION

At Cactus High School, we use ParentSquare and ParentVUE to keep families informed of their child’s education. ParentSquare is how we will communicate with you about your child, and keep you informed of events happening at our school. ParentVUE is where you will update attendance, and track grades.
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ATHLETICS

Cactus High School offers extracurricular athletic opportunities to students in a variety of sports throughout the school year.

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COOP PRESCHOOL

COOP is a work-based program for juniors and seniors who have taken child development and early childhood education and helps students work as teachers in our on-campus preschool.

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AIR FORCE JROTC

Cactus High School’s AFJROTC focuses on “developing citizens of character dedicated to serving their nation and community" by instilling leadership skills for students.

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Cactus Robotics Team FIRST winners

ROBOTICS

The Robotics program at Cactus High School is one of the premiere programs in Arizona and the only of its kind in the west valley, using curriculum from the top robotics organizations in the country.

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ARTS EDUCATION

At Cactus High School, students can participate in band, choir, dance and theatre.

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CYBERSECURITY

Due to high demand in the industry, Cactus High School offers courses in Cybersecurity, Advanced Cybersecurity, and a Cybersecurity CTE internship.

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PSBN

The Peoria Student Broadcasting Network provides students the opportunity to produce live broadcasts of sporting events and student performances throughout the school year.

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CACTUS HIGH SCHOOL

Cactus High School, home of the Cobras, is an A-rated school with a small, community feel and a robust set of Career and Technical Education course offerings, including Robotics, culinary arts, AFJROTC, and many more. Cactus focuses on their "Ohana" where all students and staff feel welcome and are encouraged to succeed. Through rigorous coursework and supportive employees, Cactus High School is an exceptional place to work or learn.
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About Us

2,932 Graduates in 2025
94.8% Graduation Rate For the Class of 2024
$110 Million In scholarships secured by 2025 graduates
230 Seals in Arts Proficiency, Biliteracy, and Personal Finance
28 Career and Education Programs
12.9 Average years of experience For Our Certified Teachers