Serving 2,532 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 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 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 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,532 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 76% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Maryvale High School serves the northwest part of Phoenix, AZ, covering an area of approximately 5.5 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Maryvale High School's student population of 2,532 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 127 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,532 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
127 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1963
School Rankings
Maryvale High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 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 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1836 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
91%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
76%
77.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)62.5%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Gold
School Mascot
Panther
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 #1836 out of 1,921 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 34% AZ state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Maryvale High School?
The graduation rate of Maryvale High School is 76%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77.8%.
How many students attend Maryvale High School?
2,532 students attend Maryvale High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Maryvale High School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maryvale High School?
Maryvale High School has a student ration of 20:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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