Valley Vista High School is a high school in Surprise, Arizona under the jurisdiction of the Dysart Unified School District.
Serving 2,334 students in grades 7-12, Valley Vista 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 32% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% 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: 2,334 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley Vista High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Valley Vista High School's student population of 2,334 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 98 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,334 students
Total Classroom Teachers
98 teachers
Year Founded
2006
Colors
Black, Purple
School Calendar
School Rankings
Valley Vista 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 Valley Vista High School is 0.66, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#733 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
48%
49%
Black
10%
6%
White
32%
33%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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: Monsoon
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Vista High School's ranking?
Valley Vista High School is ranked #733 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Valley Vista High School often compared to?
Valley Vista High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shadow Ridge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Valley Vista High School?
The graduation rate of Valley Vista High School is 92%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Valley Vista High School?
2,334 students attend Valley Vista High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Valley Vista High School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley Vista High School?
Valley Vista High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Valley Vista High School offer ?
Valley Vista High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Valley Vista High School part of?
Valley Vista High School is part of Dysart Unified District (4243).
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