Mesquite High School is a public high school located in Gilbert, Arizona, United States. It was built in August 1998 and is part of the Gilbert 51±¬ÁÏs district. It accommodates grades 9–12, and in 2017, the school had a student body of 1,779.
Serving 1,411 students in grades 8-12, Mesquite 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 44% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 1,411 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Top 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mesquite High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Mesquite High School's student population of 1,411 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,411 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Year Founded
1998
Colors
Royal blue, Silver
School Rankings
Mesquite High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mesquite 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
#706 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
40%
48%
Black
6%
6%
White
42%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcat
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mesquite High School's ranking?
Mesquite High School is ranked #706 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Mesquite High School often compared to?
Mesquite High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gilbert High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mesquite High School?
The graduation rate of Mesquite High School is 83%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Mesquite High School?
1,411 students attend Mesquite High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Mesquite High School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mesquite High School?
Mesquite High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mesquite High School offer ?
Mesquite High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mesquite High School part of?
Mesquite High School is part of Gilbert Unified District (4239) School District.
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