Arizona high school sports have emerged in recent years as one of the top states for prep talent. From basketball and football to baseball and golf, prominent names have emerged, building upon an impressive legacy of stardom.
Cody Bellinger and Brock Purdy hail from the Valley, while Amy Bockerstette has become one of the more notable names in golf with her inspiring journey. Next up is Koa Peat, who just declared for the NBA draft, set to join the ranks of elite athletes like Terrell Suggs, Cameron Jordan and Richard Jefferson who got their start in Arizona.
Which Arizona high schools are currently the best for athletes?
According to a study conducted by Niche, which accounts for U.S. Department of Education data and survey feedback from students and parents, the following are the top 25.
25. St. Johns High School (St. Johns)
Total number of sports: 21
24. Hamilton High School (Chandler)
Total number of sports: 20
23. Cienega High School (Vail)
Total number of sports: 21
22. Gilbert Christian Schools (Gilbert)
Total number of sports: 16
21. Centennial High School (Peoria)
Total number of sports: 17
20. Canyon Del Oro High School (Oro Valley)
Total number of sports: 23
19. Perry High School (Gilbert)
Total number of sports: 34
18. Sunnyslope High School (Phoenix)
Total number of sports: 22
17. Page High School
Total number of sports: 16
16. Desert Edge High School (Goodyear)
Total number of sports: 30
15. Chandler High School
Total number of sports: 33
14. Pinnacle High School (Phoenix)
Total number of sports: 24
13. Highland High School (Gilbert)
Total number of sports: 20
12. American Leadership Academy (Queen Creek)
Total number of sports: 16
11. Red Mountain High School (Mesa)
Total number of sports: 24
10. Arizona Lutheran Academy (Phoenix)
Total number of sports: 15
9. Liberty High School (Peoria)
Total number of sports: 16
8. Sabino High School (Tucson)
Total number of sports: 18
7. Casteel High School (Queen Creek)
Total number of sports: 29
6. Saguaro High School (Scottsdale)
Total number of sports: 21
5. Valley Christian Schools (Chandler)
Total number of sports: 30
4. Notre Dame Preparatory High School (Scottsdale)
Total number of sports: 24
3. Northwest Christian School (Phoenix)
Total number of sports: 26
2. Salpointe High School (Tucson)
Total number of sports: 30
1. Xavier College Preparatory High School (Phoenix)
Total number of sports: 25
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY Sports: See which Arizona high schools are the best for athletes in 2026
