Serving 2,685 students in grades 7-12, Mountain Ridge 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 51% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 2,685 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mountain Ridge 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
School Overview
Mountain Ridge High School's student population of 2,685 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 109 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
2,685 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
109 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mountain Ridge High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mountain Ridge High School is 0.48, 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
#283 out of 1854 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
14%
47%
Black
2%
6%
White
70%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
76%
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mountain Ridge High School's ranking?
Mountain Ridge High School is ranked #283 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Mountain Ridge High School often compared to?
Mountain Ridge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sandra Day O'connor High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mountain Ridge High School?
The graduation rate of Mountain Ridge High School is 96%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 76%.
How many students attend Mountain Ridge High School?
2,685 students attend Mountain Ridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Mountain Ridge High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mountain Ridge High School?
Mountain Ridge High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mountain Ridge High School offer ?
Mountain Ridge High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Mountain Ridge High School part of?
Mountain Ridge High School is part of Deer Valley Unified District (4246) School District.
In what neighborhood is Mountain Ridge High School located?
Mountain Ridge High School is located in the Hillcrest Ranch Homeowners neighborhood of Glendale, AZ. There are 3 other public schools located in Hillcrest Ranch Homeowners.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Senior Finals/ Senior Last Day
May 10, 2024 (Friday)
Last Day of School-- Half Day Release
May 16, 2024 (Thursday)
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