Chaparral High School is a public high school located in Scottsdale, Arizona, in the United States. Its mascot is the firebird, and the school colors are black, red, and gold. Chaparral opened in February 1973 with 800 students, comprising freshman, sophomore, and junior classes. The principal was Spencer Saunders Sr.
Evit - Chaparral High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 45%).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Vocational school
- Grades: 9-12
- Math Proficiency: 65-69%
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Evit - Chaparral High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (22-23)
1 student
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Year Founded
1972
Colors
Red, Gold
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Firebirds
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)65-69%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)65-69%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
47%
Black
n/a
6%
White
100%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Firebirds
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% AZ state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% AZ state average).
How many students attend Evit - Chaparral High School?
1 students attend Evit - Chaparral High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Evit - Chaparral High School students are White.
What grades does Evit - Chaparral High School offer ?
Evit - Chaparral High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Evit - Chaparral High School part of?
Evit - Chaparral High School is part of East Valley Institute Of Technology (4516) School District.
In what neighborhood is Evit - Chaparral High School located?
Evit - Chaparral High School is located in the Central Scottsdale neighborhood of Paradise Valley, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Central Scottsdale.
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