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Desert Sunrise High School
School · Maricopa Unified School District (4441)
16200 N MURPHY RD, Maricopa, AZ 85138
Enrollment
1,016
Student-Teacher
25.4:1
Grades
9th – 11th
Enrollment
1,016
Student-Teacher
25.4:1
Grades
9th – 11th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Desert Sunrise High School
School in Maricopa · grades 9th – 11th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Desert Sunrise High School
Desert Sunrise High School is a public school in Maricopa, AZ, part of Maricopa Unified School District (4441). Desert Sunrise High School serves approximately 1,016 students, and covers grades 9th-11th, and has a 25.4:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
Desert Sunrise High School runs 25.4:1 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.
Desert Sunrise High School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
35% of students at Desert Sunrise 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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 11th
- Enrollment
- 1,016 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.4:1
- Address
- 16200 N MURPHY RD, Maricopa, AZ 85138
- Phone
- (520) 509-0400
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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How Desert Sunrise High School Compares
See how Desert Sunrise High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
16200 N MURPHY RD, Maricopa, AZ 85138
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Desert Sunrise High School may also want to explore other schools in the area. ASU Preparatory Academy - Casa Grande HS (rated 8.5/10, 11.7 miles away, in nearby Casa Grande). Another option is Pima Butte Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 5.9 miles away). Additionally, Butterfield Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 5.6 miles away). For more schools in Maricopa, see our Maricopa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CAVIT - Desert Sunrise High School Coolidge | 0.0 mi | — |
| Desert Wind Middle School Maricopa | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Santa Cruz Elementary School Maricopa | 2.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Legacy Traditional School - Maricopa Chandler | 3.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Sequoia Pathway Academy Mesa | 4.1 mi | 5.0 |
| A+ Charter Schools Maricopa | 4.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Saddleback Elementary School Maricopa | 4.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Leading Edge Academy Maricopa Gilbert | 4.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Santa Rosa Elementary School Maricopa | 5.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Pima Butte Elementary School Maricopa | 5.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Butterfield Elementary School Maricopa | 5.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Maricopa Virtual Academy Maricopa | 5.8 mi | 3.2 |
| Casa Blanca Community School Bapchule | 7.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Maricopa Elementary School Maricopa | 6.3 mi | 6.9 |
| CAVIT - Maricopa Unified Maricopa | 6.3 mi | — |
| Maricopa High School Maricopa | 6.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Skyline D5 Peoria | 7.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Maricopa Wells Middle School Maricopa | 6.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Stanfield Elementary School Stanfield | 10.5 mi | 3.8 |
| ASU Preparatory Academy - Casa Grande HS Casa Grande | 11.7 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85138 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$93,609
Median Home Value
$342,900
Median Rent
$1,919/mo
Population
52,342
College Educated
21.9%
Homeownership
81.5%
Avg Commute
37.6 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
36
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Desert Sunrise High School
What grades does Desert Sunrise High School serve?
Desert Sunrise High School serves students in grades 9th through 11th.
How many students attend Desert Sunrise High School?
Desert Sunrise High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,016 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Desert Sunrise High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Desert Sunrise High School is 25.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Desert Sunrise High School a charter school?
No, Desert Sunrise High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Desert Sunrise High School a Title I school?
No, Desert Sunrise High School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 11th
- Enrollment
- 1,016
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Pinal County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.1%
- Phone
- (520) 509-0400
Resources & Links
District
Maricopa Unified School District (4441)- District Enrollment
- 9,225
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,671
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