Serving 1,786 students in grades 9-12, Desert Edge 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 23% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (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 78% 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: 1,786 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Desert Edge High School's student population of 1,786 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,786 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Desert Edge 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 Desert Edge High School is 0.61, 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
#939 out of 1854 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
57%
47%
Black
13%
6%
White
22%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
76%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
12%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Desert Edge High School's ranking?
Desert Edge High School is ranked #939 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Desert Edge High School often compared to?
Desert Edge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Estrella Foothills High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Desert Edge High School?
The graduation rate of Desert Edge High School is 89%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 76%.
How many students attend Desert Edge High School?
1,786 students attend Desert Edge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Desert Edge High School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Desert Edge High School?
Desert Edge High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Desert Edge High School offer ?
Desert Edge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Desert Edge High School part of?
Desert Edge High School is part of Agua Fria Union High School District (4289).
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