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#476 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 24% in state

Chaparral High School

High School · Scottsdale Unified District (4240)

6935 E GOLD DUST AVE, Scottsdale, AZ 85253

Enrollment

1,909

Student-Teacher

21.4:1

Score

7.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#476 of 2,006

In Scottsdale

#29 of 46

public schools

In district

#23 of 30

Scottsdale Unified District (4240)

Academic performance

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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7.7/10

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About Chaparral High School

Chaparral High School is a public high school in Scottsdale, AZ, part of Scottsdale Unified District (4240). Chaparral High School serves approximately 1,909 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 21.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Chaparral High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #476 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Chaparral High School show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.3
  • AZ avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Chaparral High School runs 21.4:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

49% of students at Chaparral High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.9Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.95 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.7Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency74% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency75% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency75% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+26.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile95th
College Readiness8.7Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate98%
AP Participation29.2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.7Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio21.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,306
Chronic Absenteeism49.1%

Chaparral High School — Students at Chaparral High School score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 70.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 72.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
93%
ELA
96%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
97%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
95%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
95%
2013
Math
88%
ELA
98%
2014
Math
70%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
21%
ELA
44%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
78%
ELA
74%
2018
Math
74%
ELA
73%
2019
Math
74%
ELA
73%
2020*
Math
40%
ELA
35%
2021*
Math
40%
ELA
35%
2022
Math
74%
ELA
75%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.9/10.

How Chaparral High School Compares

See how Chaparral High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.7/10
76th percentile in AZ
Academic
9.7/10
Excellent
Growth
6.9/10
Average
Environment
4.7/10
Below Average
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.8
Sports
2
0 boys' · 2 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
21:1 student-teacher ratio
89 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
49.1%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
29.2% participation·State avg: 2.8 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics2sports offered
0 boys'·2 girls'·37 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

6935 E GOLD DUST AVE, Scottsdale, AZ 85253

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Chaparral High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. THUNDERBIRD ADVENTIST ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 2.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is BRIGHTMONT ACADEMY (rated 6.6/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, FUSION SCOTTSDALE (rated 6.5/10, 1.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Scottsdale, see our Scottsdale schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
BRIGHTMONT ACADEMY Scottsdale 0.4 mi 6.6
CHAPARRAL CHRISTIA COMMUNITY SCHOOLS Scottsdale 0.6 mi
Cocopah Middle School Scottsdale 0.8 mi 8.2
BLESSED SACRAMENT PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Scottsdale 1.1 mi
Sequoya Elementary School Scottsdale 1.3 mi 9.4
RAINBOW MONTESSORI SCHOOL - CACTUS Scottsdale 1.4 mi
FUSION SCOTTSDALE Scottsdale 1.4 mi 6.5
PARDES JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Scottsdale 1.8 mi 6.6
DESERT SKY MONTESSORI Scottsdale 1.8 mi
Sonoran Sky Elementary School Phoenix 1.9 mi 9.3
Scottsdale Country Day School Scottsdale 1.7 mi 9.3
Cherokee Elementary School Paradise Valley 1.8 mi 9.2
THUNDERBIRD CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Scottsdale 2.2 mi 6.0
THUNDERBIRD ADVENTIST ACADEMY Scottsdale 2.3 mi 7.8
Cochise Elementary School Scottsdale 1.9 mi 9.1
Desert Shadows Elementary School Scottsdale 2.3 mi 9.1
Desert Shadows Middle School Scottsdale 2.4 mi 7.4
Sandpiper Elementary School Phoenix 2.6 mi 9.2
THE JONES-GORDON SCHOOL Paradise Valley 2.7 mi 7.4
Desert Springs Preparatory Elementary School Phoenix 3.2 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85253 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$182,150

Median Home Value

$2,000,001

Median Rent

$1,935/mo

Population

17,202

College Educated

70.7%

Homeownership

84.4%

Avg Commute

20.7 min

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

54

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Chaparral High School

What grades does Chaparral High School serve?

Chaparral High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Chaparral High School?

Chaparral High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,909 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Chaparral High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Chaparral High School is 21.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Chaparral High School rank in AZ?

Chaparral High School ranks #476 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Chaparral High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Chaparral High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Chaparral High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Chaparral High School has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Chaparral High School a charter school?

No, Chaparral High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Chaparral High School a Title I school?

No, Chaparral High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
75 Very Walkable
Transit Score
35 Some Transit
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,909
Student-Teacher Ratio
21.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
89
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
49.1%
4-Year Graduation
98.0%

District

Scottsdale Unified District (4240)
District Enrollment
20,940
Schools in District
30
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,306
District Rank
#23 of 30

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