Below Average
#1621 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Mountainside High School
High School · Nadaburg Unified School District (4252)
32919 N CENTER ST, Wittmann, AZ 85361
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on AZ statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
304
Score
4.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
304
Score
4.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,621 of 2,006
In Wittmann
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
Nadaburg Unified School District (4252)
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Mountainside High School
High School in Wittmann · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mountainside High School
Mountainside High School is a public high school in Wittmann, AZ, part of Nadaburg Unified School District (4252). Mountainside High School serves approximately 304 students, and covers grades 9th-12th. Mountainside High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,621 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- AZ avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Mountainside 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.
44% of students at Mountainside 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
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How Mountainside High School Compares
See how Mountainside High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
32919 N CENTER ST, Wittmann, AZ 85361
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mountainside High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Willow Canyon High School (rated 8.0/10, 11.1 miles away, in nearby Surprise), which scores notably higher. Another option is Paradise Honors High School (rated 8.0/10, 13.6 miles away, in nearby Surprise), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ThrivePoint High School at Surprise (rated 4.1/10, 12.4 miles away, in nearby Glendale), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Wittmann, see our Wittmann schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85361 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,056
Median Home Value
$388,800
Median Rent
$1,260/mo
Population
8,107
College Educated
16.9%
Homeownership
89.1%
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Median Age
41.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mountainside High School
What grades does Mountainside High School serve?
Mountainside High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Mountainside High School?
Mountainside High School has an enrollment of approximately 304 students.
How does Mountainside High School rank in AZ?
Mountainside High School ranks #1,621 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Mountainside High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mountainside High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Mountainside High School a charter school?
No, Mountainside High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mountainside High School a Title I school?
No, Mountainside High School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 304
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.1%
- Phone
- (623) 388-2915
Resources & Links
District
Nadaburg Unified School District (4252)- District Enrollment
- 1,439
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,950
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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