Mayer High School in Mayer, AZ, has an enrollment of 177 students with a student–teacher ratio of 11:1, which is lower than the state average ratio of approximately 16:1.
Math proficiency at Mayer High School is 10%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34% and the Mayer Unified School District average of 23%.
Reading proficiency ranges from 20–29%, which is lower than the state average of 40% and the district average of 29%.
Science proficiency is between 11–19%, also lower than the state average of 24%.
The graduation rate at Mayer High School is between 80–89%, placing it in the top 50% of Arizona schools but slightly below the district rate of 85%.
Minority enrollment at Mayer High School is 36%, comprised mainly of 52 Hispanic students and 8 students identifying with two or more races, reflecting a moderately diverse student body.
Enrollment decreased from 200 students in 2023 to 177 students recently, while the student–teacher ratio improved from 15:1 in 2023 to 11:1 currently.
Overall school ranking declined from #1262 in 2022 to #1571 in 2023, reflecting a downward trend in recent years.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 165 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mayer High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Mayer High School's student population of 165 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
165 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Colors
White, Blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mayer 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 Mayer High School is 0.49, 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
#1571 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
34%
49%
Black
1%
6%
White
63%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Mayer Unified School District (4473)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mayer High School's ranking?
Mayer High School is ranked #1571 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mayer High School?
The graduation rate of Mayer High School is 80-89%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Mayer High School?
165 students attend Mayer High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Mayer High School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mayer High School?
Mayer High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mayer High School offer ?
Mayer High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mayer High School part of?
Mayer High School is part of Mayer Unified School District (4473).
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