Desert Edge High School
1,991 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Desert Edge High School, located in Goodyear, Arizona, is a comprehensive public high school serving students in the Agua Fria Union High School District. As a prominent fixture in the West Valley, the school is well-regarded for its commitment to academic achievement and its vibrant extracurricular environment. The campus is designed to foster a well-rounded educational experience, offering a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, career and technical education (CTE) programs, and specialized academic pathways that prepare students for both higher education and the modern workforce.
Beyond the classroom, Desert Edge is highly recognized for its competitive spirit and community engagement. The school features a robust athletics program and numerous student organizations, including arts, music, and leadership groups, which encourage students to develop their talents and build strong social connections. By emphasizing a culture of excellence and inclusivity, Desert Edge High School strives to provide a supportive environment that equips its diverse student body with the skills, confidence, and character necessary to succeed as global citizens after graduation.
Beyond the classroom, Desert Edge is highly recognized for its competitive spirit and community engagement. The school features a robust athletics program and numerous student organizations, including arts, music, and leadership groups, which encourage students to develop their talents and build strong social connections. By emphasizing a culture of excellence and inclusivity, Desert Edge High School strives to provide a supportive environment that equips its diverse student body with the skills, confidence, and character necessary to succeed as global citizens after graduation.
1,991
Total Students
84.3
Full-Time Teachers
23.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 408 |
| Hispanic | 1,150 |
| Black | 263 |
| Asian | 53 |
| Two or More | 95 |
| American Indian | 11 |
| Pacific Islander | 11 |
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Hispanic1,150 (57.8 %)
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White408 (20.5 %)
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Black263 (13.2 %)
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Two or More95 (4.8 %)
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Asian53 (2.7 %)
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American Indian11 (0.6 %)
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Pacific Islander11 (0.6 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Agua Fria Union High School District (4289) |
| Phone: | (623)932-7500 |
| Website: | http://www.aguafria.org/dehs |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 1,991 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 84.3 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 23.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
558
Grade 10
509
Grade 11
495
Grade 12
429
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 558 |
| Grade 10 | 509 |
| Grade 11 | 495 |
| Grade 12 | 429 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 949 | 47.7% |
| Male | 1,042 | 52.3% |
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