Serving 1,490 students in grades 9-12, Moon Valley 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 48% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). 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 20:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,490 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 30% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Moon Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Moon Valley High School's student population of 1,490 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,490 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Moon Valley 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 Moon Valley 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
#625 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
53%
47%
Black
8%
6%
White
29%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moon Valley High School's ranking?
Moon Valley High School is ranked #625 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Moon Valley High School often compared to?
Moon Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenway High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Moon Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Moon Valley High School is 91%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Moon Valley High School?
1,490 students attend Moon Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Moon Valley High School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Moon Valley High School?
Moon Valley High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Moon Valley High School offer ?
Moon Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Moon Valley High School part of?
Moon Valley High School is part of Glendale Union High School District (4285).
In what neighborhood is Moon Valley High School located?
Moon Valley High School is located in the North Mountain Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 34 other public schools located in North Mountain Village.
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