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West-mec - Valley Vista High School
High School · West-MEC - Western Maricopa Education Center (80923)
15550 N PARKVIEW PL, Surprise, AZ 85374
Enrollment
22
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
22
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
Academic performance
8.0 / 10
Very strong
About West-mec - Valley Vista High School
West-mec - Valley Vista High School is a public high school in Surprise, AZ, part of the West-MEC - Western Maricopa Education Center (80923). The school serves approximately 22 students in grades 9th – 12th. Students demonstrate 70% proficiency in math and 50% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $78,690, where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 22 students, West-mec - Valley Vista High School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 22 students
- Type
- Public
- Address
- 15550 N PARKVIEW PL, Surprise, AZ 85374
- Phone
- (623) 523-8800
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 2 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
Location
15550 N PARKVIEW PL, Surprise, AZ 85374
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering West-mec - Valley Vista High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Highland Prep (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away). Another option is Imagine Prep Surprise (rated 6.6/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Phoenix). Additionally, Valley Vista High School (rated 5.8/10). For more schools in Surprise, see our Surprise schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Valley Vista High School Surprise | 0.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Countryside Elementary School Surprise | 0.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Freedom Traditional Academy Surprise | 0.4 mi | 9.0 |
| Paradise Honors Elementary School Surprise | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Ashton Ranch Middle School Surprise | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Imagine Surprise Middle Phoenix | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Imagine Prep Surprise Phoenix | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Calibre Academy Surprise Surprise | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Highland Prep Surprise | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| FOURTEENSIX CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Surprise | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Kingswood Elementary School Surprise | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Marley Park Elementary Surprise | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Legacy Traditional School - Surprise Surprise | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| ThrivePoint High School at Surprise Glendale | 1.7 mi | 4.0 |
| West Point Elementary School Surprise | 1.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Imagine Rosefield Surprise | 2.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Rancho Gabriela Surprise | 2.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Cimarron Springs Middle School Surprise | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Sonoran Heights Middle School Surprise | 2.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Northwest Campus Surprise | 2.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85374 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$78,690
Median Home Value
$355,800
Median Rent
$1,897/mo
Population
40,955
College Educated
30.1%
Homeownership
78.4%
Avg Commute
31.1 min
Poverty Rate
9.7%
Median Age
58.9
Community Profile
The community surrounding West-mec - Valley Vista High School has a median household income of $78,690. It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $355,800, with a median rent of $1,897/month. The local poverty rate of 9.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| Bowie High School Bowie, AZ | — |
| CCASD Online Instruction Flagstaff, AZ | — |
| CTD - Cochise College Willcox, AZ | — |
| Deer Valley Academy Phoenix, AZ | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about West-mec - Valley Vista High School
What grades does West-mec - Valley Vista High School serve?
West-mec - Valley Vista High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend West-mec - Valley Vista High School?
West-mec - Valley Vista High School has an enrollment of approximately 22 students.
What are the test scores at West-mec - Valley Vista High School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, West-mec - Valley Vista High School has 69.5% math proficiency and 49.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is West-mec - Valley Vista High School a charter school?
No, West-mec - Valley Vista High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is West-mec - Valley Vista High School a Title I school?
No, West-mec - Valley Vista High School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- Elevated (992/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Surprise). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 22
- Type
- vocational
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Maricopa County
- Phone
- (623) 523-8800
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
West-MEC - Western Maricopa Education Center (80923)- District Enrollment
- 423
- Schools in District
- 59
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $88,514
Other Schools in This District
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