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Skyline High School

High School · Mesa Unified District (4235)

845 S CRISMON RD, Mesa, AZ 85208

Enrollment

2,127

Student-Teacher

17:1

Score

6.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,011 of 2,006

In Mesa

#65 of 129

public schools

In district

#35 of 76

Mesa Unified District (4235)

Academic performance

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Skyline High School

6.3/10

High School in Mesa · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Skyline High School

Skyline High School is a public high school in Mesa, AZ, part of Mesa Unified District (4235). Skyline High School serves approximately 2,127 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Skyline High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,011 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Skyline High School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • AZ avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Skyline High School is a large school: 2,127 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.

58% of students at Skyline 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 Progress4.7Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.75 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.9Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency44% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+6.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile69th
College Readiness6.3Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate82%
AP Participation5.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,121
Chronic Absenteeism58.2%

Skyline High School — Students at Skyline High School score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 48.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 52.4% (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
68%
ELA
81%
2010
Math
69%
ELA
81%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
83%
2012
Math
69%
ELA
86%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
45%
ELA
36%
2015
Math
20%
ELA
24%
2016
Math
38%
ELA
31%
2017
Math
46%
ELA
39%
2018
Math
48%
ELA
44%
2019
Math
48%
ELA
44%
2020*
Math
21%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
21%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
44%
ELA
44%

* 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: 4.7/10.

How Skyline High School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.3/10
50th percentile in AZ
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
4.7/10
Below Average
Environment
6.5/10
Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.8
Sports
24
11 boys' · 13 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
125 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
58.2%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
5.5% participation·State avg: 2.8 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics24sports offered
11 boys'·13 girls'·53 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

845 S CRISMON RD, Mesa, AZ 85208

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Skyline High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Desert Ridge High (rated 7.1/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Imagine Prep Superstition (rated 6.0/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Apache Junction), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Mesa, see our Mesa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
EVIT - Skyline High School Mesa 0.0 mi
Patterson Elementary Mesa 0.6 mi 7.7
Imagine East Mesa Elementary Phoenix 0.7 mi 5.3
Imagine East Mesa Middle Phoenix 0.7 mi 7.7
Stevenson Elementary School Mesa 0.7 mi 3.7
Leading Edge Academy at East Mesa Gilbert 1.5 mi 4.9
Taft Elementary School Mesa 1.9 mi 7.2
Desert Ridge Jr. High Mesa 2.0 mi 5.8
Desert Ridge High Mesa 2.0 mi 7.1
Brinton Elementary Mesa 1.8 mi 7.2
Smith Junior High School Mesa 2.1 mi 4.3
ADOBE ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mesa 2.1 mi
Sousa Elementary School Mesa 2.4 mi 4.6
Augusta Ranch Elementary Mesa 2.5 mi 8.1
Legacy Traditional School - East Mesa Chandler 2.6 mi 3.9
Cambridge Academy East Mesa 2.7 mi 4.3
Canyon Rim Elementary Mesa 2.8 mi 9.2
Imagine Prep Superstition Apache Junction 2.7 mi 6.0
Imagine Superstition Middle Apache Junction 2.7 mi 5.6
MESA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mesa 2.9 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85208 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,452

Median Home Value

$261,200

Median Rent

$1,438/mo

Population

37,840

College Educated

21%

Homeownership

79.7%

Avg Commute

24.8 min

Poverty Rate

10.6%

Median Age

44.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Skyline High School

What grades does Skyline High School serve?

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

How many students attend Skyline High School?

Skyline High School has an enrollment of approximately 2,127 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Skyline High School is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Skyline High School rank in AZ?

Skyline High School ranks #1,011 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Skyline High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Skyline High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Skyline High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Skyline High School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Skyline High School a charter school?

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

Is Skyline High School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
46 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,127
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers (FTE)
125
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
58.2%
4-Year Graduation
82.0%

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