Red Mountain High School in Mesa, AZ, serves 3,469 students with a student–teacher ratio of 21:1, which is higher than the state average student–teacher ratio.
The school's graduation rate is 92%, consistently higher than the Arizona state average of 77% and the Mesa Unified District rate of 82%.
Math proficiency declined from 64% in 2022 to 50% in 2023 but remains higher than the state average of 34% and district average of 33%.
Reading proficiency rose to 65% in 2022, significantly higher than the state average of 40% and district average of 38%.
Minority enrollment represents 39% of the student body, and the percentage of students eligible for free lunch increased notably from 10% in 2022 to 21% in 2023, indicating a shift in the socioeconomic composition.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,379 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Red Mountain High School serves the northeast part of Mesa, AZ, covering an attendance zone of approximately 58.2 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Red Mountain 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
Red Mountain High School's student population of 3,379 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 165 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
3,379 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
165 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Year Founded
1988
School Calendar
School Rankings
Red Mountain High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Red Mountain High School is 0.56, 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
#279 out of 1921 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
American Indian
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
30%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
3%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
59%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Graduation Rate
92%
77.8%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.2%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Cardinal
School Mascot
Mountain Lion
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Red Mountain High School's ranking?
Red Mountain High School is ranked #279 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Red Mountain High School often compared to?
Red Mountain High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Skyline High School, Mountain View High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Red Mountain High School?
The graduation rate of Red Mountain High School is 92%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77.8%.
How many students attend Red Mountain High School?
3,379 students attend Red Mountain High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Red Mountain High School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Red Mountain High School?
Red Mountain High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Red Mountain High School offer ?
Red Mountain High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Red Mountain High School part of?
Red Mountain High School is part of Mesa Unified District (4235).
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