Serving 1,715 students in grades 9-12, Verrado High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is equal to the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,715 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Verrado High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Verrado High School's student population of 1,715 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,715 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Verrado High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Verrado High School is 0.61, 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
#705 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
43%
47%
Black
6%
6%
White
45%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Verrado High School's ranking?
Verrado High School is ranked #705 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Verrado High School often compared to?
Verrado High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Canyon View High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Verrado High School?
The graduation rate of Verrado High School is 96%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Verrado High School?
1,715 students attend Verrado High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Verrado High School students are White, 43% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Verrado High School?
Verrado High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Verrado High School offer ?
Verrado High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Verrado High School part of?
Verrado High School is part of Agua Fria Union High School District (4289).
In what neighborhood is Verrado High School located?
Verrado High School is located in the Verrado neighborhood of Buckeye, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Verrado.
School Calendar
View the Verrado High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of Class (Freshman)
August 05, 2024 (Monday)
First Day of Class (All Students)
August 06, 2024 (Tuesday)
Fall Break
October 07, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 10, 2025 (Monday)
School Reviews
2 12/27/2010
Parent involvement is slim. My daughter's science teacher wears an alcohom monitoring bracelet (e.g. Lindsay Lohan) and has a lengthy criminal record, including two DUI's. There are other teachers with criminal records too. This isn't safe or appropriate.
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