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Mountain Pointe High School

High School · Tempe Union High School District (4287)

4201 E KNOX RD, Phoenix, AZ 85044

Enrollment

1,639

Student-Teacher

19.1:1

Score

5.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,213 of 2,006

In Phoenix

#219 of 422

public schools

In district

#7 of 7

Tempe Union High School District (4287)

Academic performance

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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5.8/10

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About Mountain Pointe High School

Mountain Pointe High School is a public high school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Tempe Union High School District (4287). Mountain Pointe High School serves approximately 1,639 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Mountain Pointe High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,213 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Mountain Pointe High School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • AZ avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

56% of students at Mountain Pointe 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 Progress3.2Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.22 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.3Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-1.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
College Readiness7.1Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate88%
AP Participation16%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,252
Chronic Absenteeism55.7%

Mountain Pointe High School — Students at Mountain Pointe High School score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 51.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 56.9% (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
75%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
88%
2011
Math
70%
ELA
89%
2012
Math
75%
ELA
90%
2013
Math
71%
ELA
93%
2014
Math
41%
ELA
35%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
39%
2016
Math
40%
ELA
35%
2017
Math
58%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
49%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
49%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
26%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
26%
2022
Math
44%
ELA
40%

* 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: 3.2/10.

How Mountain Pointe High School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.8/10
40th percentile in AZ
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.2/10
Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.8
Sports
4
2 boys' · 2 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
86 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
55.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
16% participation·State avg: 2.8 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics4sports offered
2 boys'·2 girls'·5 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

4201 E KNOX RD, Phoenix, AZ 85044

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mountain Pointe High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Horizon Honors Secondary School (rated 8.3/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Desert Vista High School (rated 7.9/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Kyrene de las Lomas School Phoenix 1.0 mi 6.4
Kyrene de la Esperanza School Phoenix 1.0 mi 5.9
Kyrene de la Colina School Phoenix 1.0 mi 7.7
Kyrene Centennial Middle School Phoenix 1.0 mi 4.6
Kyrene Digital Academy Tempe 1.0 mi 4.9
DESERT GARDEN MONTESSORI Phoenix 1.1 mi 9.2
Kyrene del Milenio Phoenix 1.9 mi 7.3
ST JOHN BOSCO CATHOLIC Phoenix 1.9 mi 6.4
Horizon Honors Secondary School Phoenix 2.0 mi 8.3
Horizon Honors Elementary School Phoenix 2.0 mi 8.6
AHWATUKEE FOOTHILLS MONTESSORI Phoenix 2.0 mi
BASIS Ahwatukee Phoenix 2.1 mi 8.8
Kyrene de las Manitas School Tempe 1.9 mi 6.2
VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Chandler 2.0 mi 5.3
Kyrene De Los Lagos School Phoenix 2.5 mi 9.0
Desert Vista High School Phoenix 2.5 mi 7.9
Kyrene Monte Vista School Phoenix 2.4 mi 9.2
Kyrene Akimel A-Al Middle School Phoenix 3.0 mi 5.9
Kyrene de la Estrella Elementary School Phoenix 3.1 mi 7.1
Frank Elementary School Guadalupe 3.5 mi 4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85044 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$96,374

Median Home Value

$437,400

Median Rent

$1,798/mo

Population

40,419

College Educated

50.4%

Homeownership

62.3%

Avg Commute

23.5 min

Poverty Rate

9.9%

Median Age

42.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mountain Pointe High School

What grades does Mountain Pointe High School serve?

Mountain Pointe High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Mountain Pointe High School?

Mountain Pointe High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,639 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mountain Pointe High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mountain Pointe High School is 19.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mountain Pointe High School rank in AZ?

Mountain Pointe High School ranks #1,213 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Mountain Pointe High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mountain Pointe High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Mountain Pointe High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mountain Pointe High School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Mountain Pointe High School a charter school?

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

Is Mountain Pointe High School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
41 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
63 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,639
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
86
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
55.7%
4-Year Graduation
88.0%

District

Tempe Union High School District (4287)
District Enrollment
12,002
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,252
District Rank
#7 of 7

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