Mountain Pointe High School opened its doors in 1991, just as the Ahwatukee neighborhood was skyrocketing in growth. It is known for being a world-class school that is guided by three guiding principles: inspiring purpose, pride, and performance in every student.
The list of exceptional programs and distinctions at Mountain Pointe High School is long. Advanced Ed has ranked it as excelling since 2005. The school offers five honors courses, 15 AP courses and 44 dual enrollment courses for college credit. It has produced 84 National Merit Finalists and 9 Flinn Scholars since 1994. It’s known for its excellent college and career preparation academies, including the Visual and Performing Arts Academy and the Sports and Wellness Academy.
Mountain Pointe also has an outstanding athletics program. Seven of its coaches have been named Division One Coach of the Year, while the high school has earned 35 athletic state championships and 143 regional titles. A notable alumnus is Will Claye, who won a bronze medal in the long jump at the 2012 London Olympics.
As the largest high school in Ahwatukee, Mountain Pointe has open enrollment. This means any student who wants to join the school’s excellent reputation for athletics, arts and academics will be quickly welcomed and embraced.
Mountain Pointe High School
Public High School
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Grade 9-12
4201 E Knox Rd,
Phoenix, AZ
Tempe Union High School District
School Details
Student Teacher Ratio
20:1
Average SAT Score
1180
Average ACT Score
24
Math Proficiency
44%
Reading Proficiency
40%
Average GPA
3.36
Graduation Rate
88%
Niche Grade
B
B-
B+
C+
B-
B+
A-
C+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.36
Reading Proficiency
40%
Math Proficiency
44%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
20:1
Teachers
86
Full Time Teachers
86
Teachers in First or Second Year
11.6%
College Prep
Average SAT
1180
Math
590
Verbal
590
Average ACT
24
Math
23
English
24
Reading
25
Science
24
Number of AP Courses
17
AP Pass Rate
64%
AP Math Enrollment
Average
AP Science Enrollment
High
Other AP Enrollment
High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Average
GreatSchools Rating
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GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
Math
57%
State Average
48%
Science
27%
State Average
30%
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
463:1
Student Diversity
Female
52.5%
Male
47.5%
Hispanic
37.4%
Black
26.5%
White
21.7%
Two or more races
6.4%
Native American
5.1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
2.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
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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
722 Students
Northern Arizona University
496 Students
University of Arizona
446 Students
Grand Canyon University
268 Students
University of California - Los Angeles
174 Students
University of San Diego
148 Students
Arizona State University - West Campus
132 Students
Mesa Community College
123 Students
Arizona State University - Polytechnic Campus
93 Students
Phoenix College
93 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business
167 Students
Psychology
133 Students
Nursing
113 Students
Biology
80 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
75 Students
Computer Science
45 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration
41 Students
Engineering
41 Students
Criminology
41 Students
Film and Video Studies
34 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
11/27/2024
My daughter transferred into Mountain Pointe from Chandler Unified and found the advanced classes to be very easy . No comparison at all to Hamilton High School. She said it was ok, didn't really make many friends there .
11/17/2024
I took a photography class each year of my High School experience. That is definitely the height of what I did at Mountain Pointe. I played football freshman year but I quit because of the environment created by other athletes. I wasn't too involved with clubs and activities because I had to work a job and be at home the rest of my time. Mountain Pointe is a good school if you're willing to get involved.
11/19/2023
Cool school. No issues. Diverse. Laid back and knowledgeable teachers who aim to prepare students for next education. Steps.
GreatSchools Reviews
1/20/2023
My second eldest is now attending this school. My oldest received a good scholarship at a private outstare university. Student number 2 is currently enrolled and is doing amazing. I love the diversity at our school, administrators care about success. The key is parents support and keeping students e...
7/30/2022
My children attended this school and had I been aware of what my children were being taught and about how badly they were being treated by the teachers and other students I would have them pulled immediately.
5/6/2022
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5/31/2018
This is likely one of the most ethnically and racially diverse schools in the nation. The campus is nice and the teachers are phenomenal. Aside from that, it is vital for your child (or your own self; if you are a student, of course) to get involved with as many clubs, organizations, sports and stud...
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About Ahwatukee
List Price Range
$310K - $2.2M
Homes For Sale
277
Average Home Value
$620,534
Median Lot Size
4,791 Sq Ft
% Renters
35%
Household Income
$127,984
% of College Grads
53.9%
Median Age
42
Average House Size
2,151 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
31.9%
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