Mesquite High School is a public high school located in Gilbert, Arizona, United States. It was built in August 1998 and is part of the Gilbert Public Schools district. It accommodates grades 9–12, and in 2017, the school had a student body of 1,779.
Serving 1 students in grades 9-12, Evit - Mesquite High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 45%).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Vocational school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1 students
- Graduation Rate: ≤20%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59%
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Evit - Mesquite High School's student population of 1 students has declined by 92% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1 student
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Year Founded
1998
Colors
Royal blue, Silver
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Wildcat
School Rankings
The diversity score of Evit - Mesquite High School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)55-59%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)50-54%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
48%
Black
n/a
6%
White
100%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)≤20%
78%
Eligible for Free Lunch (09-10)
14%
38%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcat
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% AZ state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Evit - Mesquite High School?
The graduation rate of Evit - Mesquite High School is 20%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 78%.
How many students attend Evit - Mesquite High School?
1 students attend Evit - Mesquite High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Evit - Mesquite High School students are White.
What grades does Evit - Mesquite High School offer ?
Evit - Mesquite High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Evit - Mesquite High School part of?
Evit - Mesquite High School is part of East Valley Institute Of Technology (4516) School District.
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