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.
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

Student Demographics for Desert Edge High School
Demographic Student Count
White408
Hispanic1,150
Black263
Asian53
Two or More95
American Indian11
Pacific Islander11
  • Hispanic
    1,150 (57.8 %)
  • White
    408 (20.5 %)
  • Black
    263 (13.2 %)
  • Two or More
    95 (4.8 %)
  • Asian
    53 (2.7 %)
  • American Indian
    11 (0.6 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    11 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Desert Edge High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9558
Grade 10509
Grade 11495
Grade 12429
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Desert Edge High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female94947.7%
Male1,04252.3%
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