Skyline High School is a public high school in the eastern part of Mesa, Arizona. Skyline is the youngest of the six high schools located in the Mesa Unified School District. Skyline opened in 1999 and houses students in grades 9???2.
Serving 1,995 students in grades 9-12, Skyline High School ranks in the top 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 21% (which is lower 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 18:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,995 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Top 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Skyline High School serves the eastern part of Mesa, AZ, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 43.9 square miles. Most families are within a 10-12 minute drive, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 4.2 miles and the furthest point located 11.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Skyline High School's student population of 1,995 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 112 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,995 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
112 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
School Rankings
Skyline 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 Skyline High School is 0.58, 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
#955 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
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)
16%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
56%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
33%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
81%
77.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)62.1%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Gold, Forest Green
School Mascot
Coyote
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Skyline High School's ranking?
Skyline High School is ranked #955 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Skyline High School often compared to?
Skyline High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Red Mountain High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% 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 Skyline High School?
The graduation rate of Skyline High School is 81%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77.8%.
How many students attend Skyline High School?
1,995 students attend Skyline High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Skyline High School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Skyline High School?
Skyline High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Skyline High School offer ?
Skyline High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Skyline High School part of?
Skyline High School is part of Mesa Unified District (4235).
In what neighborhood is Skyline High School located?
Skyline High School is located in the Parkwood Ranch neighborhood of Mesa, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Parkwood Ranch.
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