Desert Edge High School is a public high school in Goodyear, Arizona, United States. Operated by the Agua Fria Union High School District, it is the third school in the district. Construction on Desert Edge began in 2002.
Serving 2,051 students in grades 9-12, Desert Edge High School ranks in the bottom 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 22% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,051 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Desert Edge High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Desert Edge High School's student population of 2,051 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,051 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Year Founded
2002
Colors
Black, Copper
School Calendar
School Rankings
Desert Edge High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Desert Edge High School is 0.60, 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
#992 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
59%
48%
Black
13%
6%
White
19%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Scorpion
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Desert Edge High School's ranking?
Desert Edge High School is ranked #992 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Desert Edge High School often compared to?
Desert Edge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Estrella Foothills High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Desert Edge High School?
The graduation rate of Desert Edge High School is 92%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Desert Edge High School?
2,051 students attend Desert Edge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Desert Edge High School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Desert Edge High School?
Desert Edge High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Desert Edge High School offer ?
Desert Edge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Desert Edge High School part of?
Desert Edge High School is part of Agua Fria Union High School District (4289).
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