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Overall Niche Grade
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  1. Academics
    A
  2. Diversity
    B
  3. Teachers
    A-
  4. College Readiness
    A+
  5. Clubs & Activities
    B+
  6. Health & Safety
    A-
  7. Administration
    B+
  8. Sports
    A-
  9. Food
    B
  10. Resources & Facilities
    B
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Address
16440 S 32nd St
Phoenix, AZ 85048
Telephone
(480) 839-0292
Website
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Desert Vista High School Rankings

Niche ranks over 14,000 public high schools based on statistics and millions of opinions from students and parents.

Academics

Percent Proficient - Reading
55%
Percent Proficient - Math
72%
Average Graduation Rate
90%
Average SAT
1210
322 responses
Average ACT
28
119 responses
AP Enrollment
18%
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Culture & Safety

Health & Safety
A-
Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
Poll
91%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school.75 responses
Poll
76%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.75 responses
Poll
What are your favorite school events or traditions?
Based on 238 responses
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  • Varsity Football Games
    23%
  • Homecoming
    13%
  • Sporting Events
    12%
  • Dances
    11%
  • This is based on my own school experience
    5%
  • Marching band competitions
    5%
  • Choir Concerts
    5%

Students

Diversity
B
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
3,037
Free or Reduced Lunch
0%
89%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.90 responses
72%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.90 responses
87%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.90 responses

Teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
National
16:1
Average Teacher Salary
$54,149
Teachers in First/Second Year
25%
70%
of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.120 responses
82%
of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.119 responses
83%
of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.120 responses

Clubs & Activities

Clubs & Activities
B+
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average
Expenses Per Student
$7,529/ year
National
$11,890
91%
of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.127 responses
60%
of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.127 responses
78%
of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.127 responses

Desert Vista High School Reviews

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There is a lot of unintentional class separation at this school. Many kids who attend have very wealthy parents though some are not fortunate enough to be this way. The personalities of the kids at this school is the biggest issue I have and the reason for not wanting to attend here again if I had the choice. The teaching staff is great though so if that could be the only thing I had to deal with, I would do it again!
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Desert Vista High School (DVHS) is a fantastic school. It is extremely diverse and currently educates over 3,000 students. DVHS offers a wide variety of courses including higher level / college classes. I really enjoy the option of taking dual enrollment classes, which provide me with college credit. The teachers at DV are incredibly devoted and encouraging to their students. They are not only committed to teaching students the course material, but also teaching us skills that we will use in the future such as: how to study, take notes from a text book, etc. DVHS is also very passionate about athletics and extracurricular activities (clubs). DV offers students the ability to participate in over 90 clubs, many of which involve volunteering and community service. I find Desert Vista High School to be a great learning environment. The teachers at DV are very supportive to all students in need of help. Desert Vista provides it's students with a great high school experience.
If you want challenging academics and a competitive class experience then this is the school for you. All your peers are in class for one thing and one thing only: to learn. And not everyone is focused entirely on STEM either. Unlike some other schools in this district, Desert Vista places a great amount of emphasis on extra-curricular activities, be it athletics or non-academic sports. This school encourages students to get out and get involved in their school and their community. The cafeteria food is so-so but that is to be expected of high school.
My biggest advice to incoming students would be this: be nice to everyone you meet (students, teachers, janitors), find something you love and never let it go, because odds are there's a teacher somewhere on campus who will help you achieve all your hopes and dreams.