Mesa Public Schools
Mesa, Arizona
Community Profile
Mesa has fast become the third largest metropolitan city in the state of Arizona offering a variety of lifestyle and leisure pursuits that are in high demand by visitors and residents alike. Mesa is unique among cities in the Phoenix area as it is embraced by the Sonoran Desert – a playground for incredible, sought-after outdoor recreation and one-of-a-kind attractions. With dynamic recreational, educational and business environments, Mesa enjoys the best in a variety of amenities including parks within easy walking distance from home, a variety of sports facilities that cater to athletes young and old, highly rated golf courses for every skill level, a diversity of special events and community festivals, and Mesa’s ever-popular Chicago Cubs Spring Training baseball.
Phoenix is the capital and the most populous city of Arizona as well as being the largest state capital in the United States by population. It is the region’s primary political, cultural, economic, and transportation center. Incorporated in 1881, Phoenix is young by historical standards but now ranks as one of the fastest-growing cities in the nation. Residents and businesses will find that Phoenix offers just about everything in the way of sports, recreation, arts, culture, dining, lodging, and financial opportunities. Because of the beautiful weather, activities can be enjoyed year-round.
Highlighted High School(s) in the District:
Red Mountain High School
Mountain View High School
Special Comment:
Mountain View was listed as the Arizona 2007 winner of the Siemen's Foundation top Advanced Placement programs. The high school is also listed as Silver Medal School by U.S. News. Several other high schools in the district have been awarded Bronze Medals.
| Student Population: | Number of Students: | Teacher/Student Ratio: |
|---|---|---|
| Co-educational | N/A | 1:2 |
| ESL Programs: | IB Programs: | Offer Diploma: |
|---|---|---|
| No | No | Yes |
Foreign Language:
AP Courses:
- American Government
- Calculus AB
- Chemistry
- Comparative Government & Politics
- Economics
- English Language & Composition
- Environmental Science
- European History
- French
- German
- Physics
- Psychology
- Spanish
- US History
Sports:
- Badminton
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cheerleading
- Cross Country
- Football
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swim and Dive
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
- Wrestling
Partial List of College and University Acceptances:
Prescott College, Arizona State University, Northern Arizona University, International Baptist College, Collins College, The Bryman School, International Institute of the Americas, Scottsdale Culinary Institute, Pima Medical Institute, College America, Everest College, Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, Phoenix College, The Art Institute of Tucson, Eastern Arizona College, Brown Mackie College, DeVry University, Lamson College, Anthem College, Remington College
Closest International and Local Airports:
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport（PHX)
