Maricopa High School

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Maricopa High School

Public Middle, High School | Grade 6-12
45012 W Honeycutt Ave,  Maricopa, AZ
Maricopa Unified School District
3.6
2.5
2,628 Students
B-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Brian Winter
Student Teacher Ratio
22:1
Average SAT Score
1170
Average ACT Score
23
Math Proficiency
21%
Reading Proficiency
29%
Average GPA
3.38
Graduation Rate
74%

Niche Grade

C+
Academics
B-
Teachers
B-
College Prep
C-
Administration
C-
Resources/Facilities
C+
Clubs and Activities
B-
Sports
C
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.38
Reading Proficiency
29%
Math Proficiency
21%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
22:1
Teachers
85
Full Time Teachers
85
Teachers in First or Second Year
10.5%
College Prep
Average SAT
1170
Math
580
Verbal
590
Average ACT
23
Math
22
English
23
Reading
24
Science
22
Number of AP Courses
13
AP Pass Rate
28.5%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Average
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Science
34%
State Average
31%
Math
49%
State Average
44%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
327:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.3%
Female
48.7%
Economically disadvantaged
54.3%
Male
51.3%
Female
48.7%
Hispanic
46.2%
White
23.6%
Black
15.7%
Two or more races
6.5%
Native American
4.9%
Limited English proficient
4.5%
Asian
2.4%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

School Rankings

#12 Most Diverse Public HS in Arizona
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Arizona State University 556 Students
Northern Arizona University 531 Students
University of Arizona 450 Students
Grand Canyon University 293 Students
Central Arizona College 151 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 148 Students
Arizona State University - West Campus 142 Students
University of San Diego 96 Students
Arizona State University - Polytechnic Campus 92 Students
University of New Mexico 66 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 119 Students
Business 107 Students
Biology 84 Students
Psychology 79 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 60 Students
Nursing Science, Education, and Practice 44 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 39 Students
Physical Therapy 38 Students
Marketing 36 Students
Computer Science 35 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.6 248 Reviews
5.0 Senior
8/25/2025
Maricopa high school has been a good school for my last 2 years of highschool, the district has shown that school isn't so bad. They have many resources for all the students and parents.
4.0 Junior
9/18/2021
I like the teachers at my school. They make sure you get your work done and if your understanding everything. If you ever are struggling,then you can ask your counselor for help or someone else.
4.0 Freshman
8/31/2021
This is a great school with many programs like culinary, computer maintenance, aviation, P.E, etc. MHS has a variety of delicious lunches and breakfast. It also has half day Wednesday's. The teachers are friendly and kind to students. Overall MHS is a wonderful place with many programs for students, tasty food, and kind staff.
GreatSchools Reviews
2.5 11 Reviews
1.0 other
12/30/2025
as a former student I can proudly stay this school has a lot of biased administration that are highly unprofessional. They don't care about mental health or safety its only about your race or your grades that matter to them.
1.0 parent
10/14/2025
This is one of the worst high schools in Maricopa county I would avoid the school if there are other options.
1.0 other
9/17/2025
I spent 100$ on school photos that I NEVER got.
5.0 other
4/21/2024
It seems that in recent years, nearly all the public schools in Maricopa have made great strides. This starts at the district level with the superintendents. Teachers seem to be getting needed PD courses and schools are active in community involvement and inviting parents to be involved. The town ha...

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Maricopa High School is a public school for students in grades 6-12 in Maricopa, AZ, in the Maricopa neighborhood, and is served by the Maricopa Unified School District in Arizona. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 2,628 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 22:1. Academic records show that 21% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 29% are proficient in reading. Maricopa High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.38, the graduation rate is 74%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1170 and an ACT score of 23. The average home value in this area is $354,056. Discover additional schools in the area, like Maricopa Virtual Academy, Heritage Academy Maricopa, Student Choice High School - Maricopa, and more. Learn more about what Maricopa has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Maricopa High School.

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