What grades does Westwood High School serve?

Westwood High School is a High school serving students in MESA, AZ. The school is part of Mesa Unified District (4235).

Where is Westwood High School located?

Westwood High School is located at MESA, AZ in a urban area.

What school district is Westwood High School in?

Westwood High School is part of Mesa Unified District (4235) in AZ. The district operates 78 schools.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Westwood High School?

Westwood High School has a student-teacher ratio of 19.6:1.

How many schools are in Mesa Unified District (4235)?

Mesa Unified District (4235) operates 78 schools in AZ.

What schools are in MESA, AZ?

MESA, AZ is served by Mesa Unified District (4235). Westwood High School is one of the High schools in the area.

What school district serves MESA, AZ?

Mesa Unified District (4235) serves MESA, AZ with 78 schools. Westwood High School is one of the schools in this district.

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MESA, AZ 85201

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School Profile

Grades

9–12

Enrollment

3,397

Student:Teacher

19.6:1

Locale

Urban

District

Mesa Unified District (4235)

Phone

(480)472-4400

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

24%

28th percentile in AZ

Math Proficiency

21%

39th percentile in AZ

Graduation Rate

71%

Chronic Absenteeism

29.2%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

14 courses offered

179 students enrolled

Gifted & Talented

170 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

860 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

659 test takers

Athletics

26 sports, 51 teams

217 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 17.7:1

Near average in AZ

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

3,462

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

177.4

100% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

1.5

Social Workers

Nurses

School Resource Officers

Security Staff

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$12,121

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$6,519

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$15,426

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 22%State 46%Local 32%

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

10,087

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

9,319

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

2,768 (30%)

Speech/Language Impairment

1,231 (13%)

Autism

1,155 (12%)

Other Health Impairment

851 (9%)

Intellectual Disability

307 (3%)

Emotional Disturbance

224 (2%)

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

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

3,135

Current enrollment

Stable(-7% 5yr)

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Mesa Unified District (4235). Westwood High School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Tue, Sep 1, 2026	PTO Tat-a-TeacherDistrict-wide Get ready for our "Tat-a-Teacher" fundraiser! Students can pay to place temporary tattoos on their favorite teachers and staff members. It's a fun way to support the school—the more donations raised, the more "ink" the teachers wear!How It Works•        Pick a Teacher: Students select which participating staff member they want to "tattoo".•        Choose the Size: Tattoos come in various sizes and prices.•        The Big Reveal: Teacher	Staff Day	—
Wed, Sep 2, 2026	Early Release - 2:00 pmDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	No School / Labor DayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Wed, Sep 9, 2026	Early Release - 2:00 pmDistrict-wide	half_day	—