Serving 2,768 students in grades 9-12, Maryvale 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 8% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,768 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 76% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maryvale High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Maryvale High School's student population of 2,768 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 135 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,768 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
135 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Maryvale High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maryvale High School is 0.17, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1654 out of 1854 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
91%
47%
Black
4%
6%
White
3%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
76%
76%
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maryvale High School's ranking?
Maryvale High School is ranked #1654 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Maryvale High School often compared to?
Maryvale High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Trevor Browne High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Maryvale High School?
The graduation rate of Maryvale High School is 76%, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 76%.
How many students attend Maryvale High School?
2,768 students attend Maryvale High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Maryvale High School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maryvale High School?
Maryvale High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Maryvale High School offer ?
Maryvale High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Maryvale High School part of?
Maryvale High School is part of Phoenix Union High School District (4286).
In what neighborhood is Maryvale High School located?
Maryvale High School is located in the Maryvale Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 65 other public schools located in Maryvale Village.
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