Serving 2,771 students in grades 7-12, Mountain Ridge High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 2,771 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mountain Ridge High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mountain Ridge High School's student population of 2,771 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 111 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
2,771 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
111 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mountain Ridge High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mountain Ridge High School is 0.51, 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
#208 out of 1956 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
12%
3%
Hispanic
13%
47%
Black
2%
6%
White
68%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mountain Ridge High School's ranking?
Mountain Ridge High School is ranked #208 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Mountain Ridge High School often compared to?
Mountain Ridge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sandra Day O'connor High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mountain Ridge High School?
The graduation rate of Mountain Ridge High School is 99%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Mountain Ridge High School?
2,771 students attend Mountain Ridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Mountain Ridge High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mountain Ridge High School?
Mountain Ridge High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mountain Ridge High School offer ?
Mountain Ridge High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Mountain Ridge High School part of?
Mountain Ridge High School is part of Deer Valley Unified District (4246) School District.
In what neighborhood is Mountain Ridge High School located?
Mountain Ridge High School is located in the Hillcrest Ranch Homeowners neighborhood of Glendale, AZ. There are 3 other public schools located in Hillcrest Ranch Homeowners.
School Calendar
View the Mountain Ridge High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 29, 2024 (Friday)
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