Skyline High School is a public high school in the eastern part of Mesa, Arizona. Skyline is the youngest of the six high schools located in the Mesa Unified School District. Skyline opened in 1999 and houses students in grades 9–12.
Serving 2,127 students in grades 9-12, Skyline 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 44% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,127 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 79% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Skyline High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Skyline High School's student population of 2,127 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 126 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,127 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
126 teachers
Year Founded
1999
Colors
Gold, Forest Green
School Rankings
Skyline 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 Skyline High School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#663 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
53%
48%
Black
4%
6%
White
36%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
79%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Coyote
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Skyline High School's ranking?
Skyline High School is ranked #663 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Skyline High School often compared to?
Skyline High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Red Mountain 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 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Skyline High School?
The graduation rate of Skyline High School is 79%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Skyline High School?
2,127 students attend Skyline High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Skyline High School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Skyline High School?
Skyline High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Skyline High School offer ?
Skyline High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Skyline High School part of?
Skyline High School is part of Mesa Unified District (4235) School District.
In what neighborhood is Skyline High School located?
Skyline High School is located in the Parkwood Ranch neighborhood of Mesa, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Parkwood Ranch.
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