Serving 2,802 students in grades 9-12, Desert Vista High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,802 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Desert Vista High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Desert Vista High School's student population of 2,802 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 129 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,802 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
129 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Desert Vista High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Desert Vista High School is 0.67, which is more 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
#64 out of 1956 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
26%
48%
Black
7%
6%
White
50%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Desert Vista High School's ranking?
Desert Vista High School is ranked #64 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Desert Vista High School often compared to?
Desert Vista High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mountain Pointe High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Desert Vista High School?
The graduation rate of Desert Vista High School is 94%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Desert Vista High School?
2,802 students attend Desert Vista High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Desert Vista High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Desert Vista High School?
Desert Vista High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Desert Vista High School offer ?
Desert Vista High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Desert Vista High School part of?
Desert Vista High School is part of Tempe Union High School District (4287).
In what neighborhood is Desert Vista High School located?
Desert Vista High School is located in the South Mountain Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 45 other public schools located in South Mountain Village.
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