Serving 2,339 students in grades 7-12, Shadow Ridge High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than 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 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 2,339 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shadow Ridge High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Shadow Ridge High School's student population of 2,339 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 110 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Mascot
Stallion
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,339 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
110 teachers
Year Founded
2009
School Colors
Black, Maroon, Gold
School Rankings
Shadow Ridge High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shadow Ridge High School is 0.59, 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
#395 out of 1956 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
30%
48%
Black
5%
6%
White
56%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shadow Ridge High School's ranking?
Shadow Ridge High School is ranked #395 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Shadow Ridge High School often compared to?
Shadow Ridge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Willow Canyon High School, Valley Vista High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Shadow Ridge High School?
The graduation rate of Shadow Ridge High School is 96%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Shadow Ridge High School?
2,339 students attend Shadow Ridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Shadow Ridge High School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shadow Ridge High School?
Shadow Ridge High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Shadow Ridge High School offer ?
Shadow Ridge High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shadow Ridge High School part of?
Shadow Ridge High School is part of Dysart Unified District (4243) School District.
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