Verrado High School is a public high school in the Verrado community of Buckeye, Arizona, United States. Operated by the Agua Fria Union High School District, the school primarily serves the Verrado area and is the fourth school in the district. Construction on Verrado High School began in 2006.
Serving 2,012 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 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 40% (which is equal to the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,012 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Verrado High School serves the western part of Buckeye, AZ, covering an area of approximately 51.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 9.1 miles away.
- 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 2,012 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,012 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
School Rankings
Verrado 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 Verrado 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
#730 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)
40%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
49%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
36%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
93%
77.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.8%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
School Mascot
Viper
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 #730 out of 1,921 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?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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 93%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77.8%.
How many students attend Verrado High School?
2,012 students attend Verrado High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Verrado High School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 5% 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 22:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
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 Reviews
2 10/10/2025
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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