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Gilbert Unified School District

Mesquite High School

#108 in Best Public High Schools in Arizona
  • B+
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 8-12
  • Gilbert, AZ
  • 555 reviews
    B+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      B+
    2. Diversity
      A
    3. Teachers
      C
    4. College Prep
      B+
    5. Clubs & Activities
      C+
    6. Health & Safety
      B+
    7. Administration
      C+
    8. Sports
      A-
    9. Food
      B-
    10. Resources & Facilities
      C-
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    Mesquite High School is an above average, public school located in Gilbert, AZ. It has 1,779 students in grades 8-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 22 to 1. According to state test scores, 48% of students are at least proficient in math and 44% in reading.
    Address
    500 S McQueen Rd
    Gilbert, AZ 85233
    Telephone
    (480) 497-3300
    Website
    gilbertschools.net
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    Mesquite High School Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    44%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    48%
    Average Graduation Rate
    90%
    Average SAT
    1200
    221 responses
    Average ACT
    26
    117 responses
    AP Enrollment
    23%
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    Living in the Area
    A
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      C
    2. Good for Families
      A
    3. Housing
      B+
    Median Household Income
    $87,566
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $1,362
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $286,400
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    B+
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    88%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.60 responses
    Poll
    78%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.60 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 154 responses
    Report
    • Half days
      23%
    • School dances
      19%
    • Football Games
      16%
    • Senior pranks and spontaneous senior spirit days
      16%
    • Pep Assemblies
      8%
    • Preforming Arts Events
      6%
    • Marching band
      4%

    Students

    Diversity
    A
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    1,779
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    31%
    84%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.62 responses
    71%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.62 responses
    85%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.62 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    22:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $51,602
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    51.7%
    62%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.78 responses
    69%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.78 responses
    72%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.78 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    C+
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Low
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Low
    Expenses Per Student
    $6,955/ year
    National
    $12,239
    80%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.76 responses
    36%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.76 responses
    58%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.76 responses
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    Mesquite High School Reviews

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    Without a doubt, Mesquite High will hold a permanent spot in my heart. At the age of fourteen, I walked through the foyer for the first time- confident in my identity but inquisitive about who I would become after this four year journey. Prior to my first day, my mother raved about the beauty of high school and the opportunity to indulge in priceless knowledge and youthful oblivion. She encouraged me to make this time count because I would remember and cherish it forever. Wholeheartedly, the MHS student body and teaching staff welcomed me into the wildcat family. I’ve met people I will know for the rest of my life and I’m grateful for the knowledge and experience I’ve acquired throughout my time at MHS. Once a wildcat, always a wildcat!
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    There are some great teachers but also not so great teachers. There is really only one teacher I've had that really prepared me for college. It also seems like no one really is involved in anything like sports, clubs, academics, ect. We have nice facilities though! I wish there were more students to really get the "High School" experience!
    Mesquite High School is the dictionary definition of an average public school. From the outside, there is nothing extraordinary about Mesquite High. But after attending this school for over three years, I have decided the the experience that can be created for oneself through relationships and activities is what makes this school superior to others. The ability to get involved with sports, clubs, and simply the readiness to build relationships here at Mesquite has built the foundation for my unforgettable high school experience.