Moon Valley High School is a public high school in Phoenix, Arizona, United States, and is a part of the Glendale Union High School District, which opened in 1965. Moon Valley is one of Arizona's leading educational establishments and is an excelling school according to the Arizona Department of Education.
Serving 1,471 students in grades 9-12, Moon Valley High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher 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 73% 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: 1,471 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Moon Valley High School serves the northern part of Phoenix, AZ, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 5.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest point being about 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Moon Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Moon Valley High School's student population of 1,471 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,471 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1965
School Calendar
School Rankings
Moon Valley High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Moon Valley High School is 0.63, 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
#678 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
54%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
27%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
92%
77.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
41%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal blue, red and white
School Mascot
Rocket
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moon Valley High School's ranking?
Moon Valley High School is ranked #678 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Moon Valley High School often compared to?
Moon Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenway High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Moon Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Moon Valley High School is 92%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77.8%.
How many students attend Moon Valley High School?
1,471 students attend Moon Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Moon Valley High School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Moon Valley High School?
Moon Valley High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Moon Valley High School offer ?
Moon Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Moon Valley High School part of?
Moon Valley High School is part of Glendale Union High School District (4285).
In what neighborhood is Moon Valley High School located?
Moon Valley High School is located in the North Mountain Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 34 other public schools located in North Mountain Village.
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