Dysart High School is a high school in El Mirage, Arizona under the jurisdiction of the Dysart Unified School District.
Serving 1,471 students in grades 7-12, Dysart 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 34% (which is equal to the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (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 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,471 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dysart High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Dysart High School's student population of 1,471 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,471 students
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Year Founded
1963
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Calendar
School Motto
An A+ School of Excellence
School Rankings
Dysart 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 Dysart High School is 0.58, 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
#834 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
61%
49%
Black
10%
6%
White
21%
33%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Dysart Unified District (4243)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Demon
- Dysart High School is a high school located in El Mirage, Arizona.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dysart High School's ranking?
Dysart High School is ranked #834 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Dysart High School often compared to?
Dysart High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valley Vista High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dysart High School?
The graduation rate of Dysart High School is 94%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Dysart High School?
1,471 students attend Dysart High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Dysart High School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 4% 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 Dysart High School?
Dysart High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dysart High School offer ?
Dysart High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dysart High School part of?
Dysart High School is part of Dysart Unified District (4243).
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