What grades does Desert Ridge High serve?

Desert Ridge High operates as a High school within Gilbert Unified District (4239). The school serves families in the MESA area.

Where is Desert Ridge High located?

Desert Ridge High is a urban school in MESA, AZ.

What school district is Desert Ridge High in?

Desert Ridge High operates under Gilbert Unified District (4239), serving students in MESA. Gilbert Unified District (4239) includes 38 schools in total.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Desert Ridge High?

The student-teacher ratio at Desert Ridge High is 20.2:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

How many schools are in Gilbert Unified District (4239)?

There are 38 schools in Gilbert Unified District (4239), serving students across the area.

What schools are in MESA, AZ?

Schools in MESA include Desert Ridge High and others operated by Gilbert Unified District (4239). The district serves families throughout the MESA area.

What school district serves MESA, AZ?

MESA is served by Gilbert Unified District (4239). The district operates 38 schools in the area.

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Desert Ridge High — School Calendar 2026-27

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MESA, AZ 85209

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Upcoming Events

Sep

Wed

Early Releasehalf_dayDistrict-wide

1 hour

Sep

Wed

Early Releasehalf_dayDistrict-wide

1 hour

Sep

Wed

Early Releasehalf_dayDistrict-wide

1 hour

Oct

Fri

Grading DayStaff DayDistrict-wide

1/2 day K-12

Oct

Mon

Fall BreakBreakDistrict-wide

No School

Oct

Mon

School ResumesEventDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

8–12

Enrollment

2,222

Student:Teacher

20.2:1

Locale

Urban

District

Gilbert Unified District (4239)

Phone

(480)984-8947

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

32%

44th percentile in AZ

Math Proficiency

24%

44th percentile in AZ

Graduation Rate

92%

Chronic Absenteeism

14.5%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

21 courses offered

400 students enrolled

Gifted & Talented

235 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

796 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

538 test takers

Athletics

20 sports, 39 teams

595 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1

Worse than average in AZ

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

2,450

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

110.8

100% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

Social Workers

Nurses

School Resource Officers

Security Staff

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$10,928

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$6,340

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$12,971

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 9%State 51%Local 40%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$446,248

-2.4% 1yr+27.6% 5yr

Phoenix, AZ metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

19.2%

Below 150% poverty line

4.8%

Unemployment rate

11.0%

Uninsured residents

11.7%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

4,928

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

4,534

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

1,257 (28%)

Autism

634 (14%)

Speech/Language Impairment

552 (12%)

Other Health Impairment

480 (11%)

Emotional Disturbance

159 (4%)

Intellectual Disability

106 (2%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

2,103

Current enrollment

Declining(-14% 5yr)

Coming Up

Wed, Sep 16, 2026

Early Release

1 hour

half_day

Wed, Sep 23, 2026

Early Release

1 hour

half_day

Wed, Sep 30, 2026

Early Release

1 hour

half_day

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Gilbert Unified District (4239). Desert Ridge High follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Wed, Sep 2, 2026	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide 1 hour	half_day	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor DayDistrict-wide Holiday	Holiday	—
Wed, Sep 9, 2026	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide 1 hour	half_day	—
Wed, Sep 16, 2026	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide 1 hour	half_day	—
Wed, Sep 23, 2026	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide 1 hour	half_day	—
Wed, Sep 30, 2026	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide 1 hour	half_day	—
Fri, Oct 2, 2026	Grading DayDistrict-wide 1/2 day K-12	Staff Day	—
Mon, Oct 5, 2026	Fall BreakDistrict-wide No School	Break	—
Mon, Oct 19, 2026	School ResumesDistrict-wide	Event	—
Wed, Oct 21, 2026	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide 1 hour	half_day	—
Wed, Oct 28, 2026	1/2 Day K-12District-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Nov 4, 2026	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide 1 hour	half_day	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	Veterans DayDistrict-wide Holiday	Holiday	—
Wed, Nov 18, 2026	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide 1 hour	half_day	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	ThanksgivingDistrict-wide Holiday	Holiday	—
Wed, Dec 2, 2026	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide 1 hour	half_day	—
Wed, Dec 9, 2026	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide 1 hour	half_day	—
Wed, Dec 16, 2026	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide 1 hour	half_day	—
Thu, Dec 17, 2026	End of SemesterDistrict-wide 1/2 day 7-12	exam	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	End of SemesterDistrict-wide 1/2 day K-12	exam	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Winter BreakDistrict-wide No School	Break	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	School ResumesDistrict-wide	Event	—
Wed, Jan 6, 2027	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide 1 hour	half_day	—
Wed, Jan 13, 2027	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide 1 hour	half_day	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	Martin Luther King DayDistrict-wide Holiday	Holiday	—
Wed, Jan 20, 2027	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide 1 hour	half_day	—
Wed, Jan 27, 2027	1/2 Day K-12District-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Feb 3, 2027	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide 1 hour	half_day	—
Wed, Feb 10, 2027	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide 1 hour	half_day	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Presidents' DayDistrict-wide Holiday	Holiday	—
Wed, Feb 17, 2027	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide 1 hour	half_day	—
Wed, Feb 24, 2027	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide 1 hour	half_day	—
Wed, Mar 10, 2027	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide 1 hour	half_day	—
Fri, Mar 12, 2027	Grading DayDistrict-wide 1/2 day K-12	Staff Day	—
Mon, Mar 15, 2027	Spring BreakDistrict-wide Spring Holiday	Break	—
Mon, Mar 29, 2027	School ResumesDistrict-wide	Event	—
Wed, Mar 31, 2027	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide 1 hour	half_day	—