DESERT MOUNTAIN HIGH SCHOOL
Desert Mountain High School is a public high school that is part of the Scottsdale Unified District (4240) school district, located in Scottsdale, AZ with about 2,090 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 93 teachers, Desert Mountain High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Desert Mountain High School, located in the prestigious McDowell Mountain Ranch area of Scottsdale, Arizona, is a prominent public secondary school within the Scottsdale Unified School District. Known for its rigorous academic environment, the school serves students in grades 9 through 12 and maintains a strong reputation for preparing students for higher education. The campus is particularly noted for being the only school in the district to offer the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme, attracting students who are looking for a challenging, globally-focused curriculum that emphasizes critical thinking and interdisciplinary study.
Beyond its academic offerings, Desert Mountain provides a well-rounded extracurricular experience, featuring a robust athletic program and a variety of student clubs and organizations. The school is frequently recognized for its competitive spirit in sports and its commitment to fostering leadership and civic engagement. With its scenic location, modern facilities, and a diverse range of honors and AP courses alongside its signature IB program, Desert Mountain High School serves as a comprehensive educational hub for families in the North Scottsdale community.
For more information, contact Desert Mountain High School at (480) 484-7000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 484-7000
http://desertmountain.susd.org/
DESERT MOUNTAIN HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Scottsdale, AZ with about 2,090 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Arizona
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Scottsdale Unified District (4240)
- Total Students:
- 2,090
- Teachers:
- 93.8
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 2,090 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending DESERT MOUNTAIN HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 77% of the student body.
- White
- 77.0%
- Asian
- 9.4%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 7.9%
- Black or African American
- 3.0%
- Two or more races
- 1.7%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.9%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.0%
- Female
- 50.0%
- Male
- 50.0%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.