Desert Hills High School

Desert Hills High School

Charter High School | Grade 9-12
1515 S Val Vista Dr,  Gilbert, AZ
3.8
4.1
274 Students
C+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Michael Olguin
Math Proficiency
24.5%
Reading Proficiency
24.5%
Average GPA
3.25
Graduation Rate
17%

Niche Grade

C-
Academics
A-
Teachers
B-
College Prep
B+
Administration
B
Resources/Facilities
B
Clubs and Activities
B
Food
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.25
Reading Proficiency
24.5%
Math Proficiency
24.5%
Teachers
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

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Test Scores

Science
5%
State Average
31%
Math
7%
State Average
44%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Student Diversity

Female
52.3%
Male
47.7%
Hispanic
38.6%
White
36.4%
Native American
12.9%
Black
7.2%
Two or more races
4.2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
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School Rankings

#11 Most Diverse Public HS in Arizona
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Arizona State University 39 Students
Northern Arizona University 25 Students
Mesa Community College 24 Students
Grand Canyon University 22 Students
University of Arizona 18 Students
Chandler-Gilbert Community College 18 Students
Arizona State University - West Campus 9 Students
Arizona State University - Polytechnic Campus 9 Students
University of San Diego 6 Students
GateWay Community College - Phoenix 5 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 8 Students
Nursing 8 Students
Psychology 4 Students
Nursing Science, Education, and Practice 4 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 3 Students
Social Work and Youth Services 3 Students
Arts 3 Students
Real Estate 3 Students
Game Design and Interactive Media 3 Students
Music Management 3 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.8 17 Reviews
1.0 NicheUser
1/12/2015
I have absolutely no opportunity to participate in a consistent and functional sports team.
4.0 NicheUser
1/12/2015
I wish they were more understanding about family issues affecting attendance.
3.0 NicheUser
1/12/2015
Every teacher I have encountered at Desert Hills has shown genuine care for any student working towards success, and are willing to help them achieve their goals in any way they can.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.1 31 Reviews
5.0 parent
2/20/2025
This school has been amazing for my daughter. We transferred her to DHHS after some academic and behavioral problems at our local high school. The staff and teachers are very responsive, caring, and collaborative. They know all the students and the dynamics between students (i.e., who hangs out with...
5.0 other
6/25/2024
This school is amazing for anyone who feels like they don't fit in at a traditional school or know they'll get lost in the crowd. All of the staff takes the time to get to know the students as people and try to be stable adults in their life. I can't say enough good things about this school. If I di...
5.0 parent
8/17/2017
Amazing school these kids are great I have never seen anything like this they all get along it's amazing
5.0 other
6/15/2017
Not only was this school the best place I’ve ever been to, but it’s the best place for my younger sister, who struggles with learning disabilities.They gave me the best memories, the greatest friendships and the greatest chance I’ve had at being successful in life and I’m excited for my sister to ge...

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