Goodyear, Arizona, is located in the Phoenix Metropolitan Area, and it’s a laidback, relaxed place that many people are excited to relocate to. The city is thriving, as it’s home to some of the state’s best employers, it’s a safe community, and has access to excellent schools. The neighborhoods are thoughtfully-designed with a variety of home prices, so there’s something for everyone in Goodyear. Parents looking to choose Goodyear as their next home will feel confident choosing the community because of the excellent education resources. Here are the best high schools in Goodyear, Arizona.
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BASIS Goodyear
Public charter, K-12 | Approximately 1,000 students
Address: 15800 West Sherman Street, Goodyear, AZ, 85338
Phone: (480) 276-8592
Website: https://www.basised.com/goodyear/
Since 2015, BASIS Goodyear has expanded and grown with their students. The charter school aims to have students reach the highest education standards while taking responsibility and accountability for their own learning. Students are highly motivated, and they have access to wonderful support from the faculty and staff at the school. With a focus on preparing for post-secondary in the short time they’re able to, the coursework is in line with those goals.
Mission: “The mission of BASIS Charter Schools is to empower students to achieve at globally competitive levels with a transformative K–12 academic program.”
Review: “We are thrilled our daughter is attending BASIS Goodyear School. She is receiving a world-class education in an environment that will prepare her for the rigors of higher education in the future. The Boosters (like a PTA) are invaluable, hosting fun events for the students and their families; and the other parents all play a role in the education of their children, working in concert with the phenomenal educators.”
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Great Hearts Academies | Trivium Preparatory Academy
Public charter, 6-12 | 536 students
Address: 2001 North Bullard Avenue, Goodyear, AZ, 85395
Phone: (602) 438-7045
Website: https://triviumprep.greatheartsamerica.org
Great Hearts Academies are a network of prep schools that are currently in Arizona and Texas but continuously growing with plans to move into more states. The schools embody leadership, moral ideals, and intellectual growth for each student from kindergarten until grade twelve. The network of schools is an innovative pioneer among prep schools in the USA. The Trivium Preparatory Academy sets a new standard for students. It focuses on each student’s success while learning about their potential. The school’s Latin motto is verum, pulchrum, bonum – truth, beauty, and goodness. The school offers small class sizes, dedicated teachers, a rigorous curriculum, meaningful homework, high standards, and detailed feedback for each student.
Mission: “The mission of Archway Classical Academy Trivium East (“ACA”) is to cultivate the minds and hearts of students through the pursuit of truth, goodness, and beauty.”
Review: “I just graduated from Trivium Prep high school last year. The high school does nothing but prepare students for college. That is their number one priority. The amount of work I did in high school greatly outweighs the amount of work I have to do here as a Freshman at my University. From the excellent teachers, who truly care about the well being of their students and their future success to the heavy workload, I was completely ready for college, and I know how to succeed in anything I am given. Although sports were not the main focus of the school, I was still able to gain the high school experience with academic clubs and simply supporting my fellow knights in games no matter the score or amount of faculty support.”
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Millennium High School
Public district, 9-12 | Approximately 2,400 students
Address: 14802 West Wigwam Boulevard, Goodyear, AZ, 85395
Phone: (623) 932-7000
Website: https://www.aguafria.org/mhs
Millennium High School was established in 1999 and has since been one of the best and most popular public high schools in Goodyear, AZ. Part of the Agua Fria Union High School District, the school has seen expansive growth since it’s inception. It was initially established as a separate campus for first-year students only but is now a fully inclusive high school. The school prides itself on creating a sound and academic atmosphere for all students, focusing on preparing students for post-secondary education. The curriculum is challenging, making exceptional students. There are plenty of athletics to participate in and a long list of other extracurriculars that students love. Students feel that Millennium is mindful of respecting everyone, having high standards for everyone to succeed, and having an incredible spirit.
Mission: “The mission of the Agua Fria Union High School District is to increase academic performance for all students.”
Review: “Millennium High School is an amazing environment and school for education, athletics, and getting involved. Due to Millennium’s high standards that all the teaching staff and students are held to, it creates a community and space surrounded by wonderful people full of compassion and dedication to helping everyone in need. Furthermore, Millennium not only offers amazing teachers, counselors, and coaches but also takes pride in its athletics and school spirit. If there’s one thing Millennium High School is known for, it is that everyone takes extreme pride in our school and strives to create a spacious area for everyone to express themselves and find a group or setting that works for them as the school offers a large variety of clubs with there being something for everyone. Ranging from Gay-Straight Alliance to IB Club, to help those in preparation for their exams. Without a doubt, Millennium is an amazing school that allows students to develop a feeling of home and safety.”
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Estrella Foothills High School
Public district, 9-12 | 1,066 students
Address: 13033 South Estrella Parkway, Goodyear, AZ, 85338
Phone: (623) 386-9700
Website: http://buhsdefhs.ss12.sharpschool.com
Estrella Foothills High School is located within the planned community of Estrella in Goodyear. The school opened in 2001 and is part of the Buckeye Union High School District. Estrella is an A+ School of Excellence, as recognized by the Arizona Educational Foundation. It has also received the A+ Exemplary Program Award for the Career & College Prep Program. Students have a block schedule, which allows them to take classes they love while completing the necessary coursework to prepare for post-secondary. There is a long list of electives, including arts, athletics, culinary classes, and culture club. The school offers honors, AP courses, and dual enrollment. Students have access to courses related to business, culinary arts, visual arts, music, technical theatre, photography, broadcast media, sports medicine, drafting, dance, metals, drama, and manufacturing. Students have the opportunity to pursue several directions at Estrella Foothills.
Mission: “Buckeye Union High School District is committed to Success for All Students through building Relationships, establishing Relevance, and increasing Rigor.”
Review: “I have attended Estrella Foothills High School for all of my four years, and I can honestly report that these teachers and their dedication in teaching the students valuable life lessons along with the required academics are remarkable. Some areas of improvement could be the cafeteria organization in the way of control in the lines and tables for both lunches. I believe the classroom tables could be changed as well due to the fact that the students have no individuality during classes as they’re always joined at the hip because there are no individual desks. Overall though, this school is excellent at ensuring the success of its students and providing safety.”
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Desert Edge High School
Public district, 9-12 | 1,695 students
Address: 15778 West Yuma Road, Goodyear, AZ, 85338
Phone: (623) 932-7000
Website: https://www.aguafria.org/dehs
Desert Edge High School is located near the Estrella Mountains and is part of the Agua Fria Union High School District. Since 2002, the LEED silver certificate high school was the first ‘green’ school in Arizona and fourth in the country. The school has received the A+ School of Excellence title, and the program acknowledges the success and outstanding practices that Desert Edge High School employs. The critically-acclaimed school has also been recognized as the Washington Post’s America’s Most Challenging High School and US News and World Report Best High School in America. Desert Edge is also the only high school in the state that has earned the Beat The Odds program's gold medal status. Located on Estrella Parkway and Yuma Road, the school has many accolades that allow it to be one of the city's best high schools.
Mission: “The Mission of Desert Edge High School is to increase the academic performance of all students.”
Review: “I like how Desert Edge High School has something for everyone from athletics to different clubs. All of the teachers are very helpful when you are struggling as a student. I like how they have a power hour so that when you are struggling in a class, you spend half of your lunch with the class that you need help with... Although that might be true, the administrative staff are very helpful when you have questions the teachers cant help you with it. Another thing that I love is the diversity within the whole school. I love club HOSA. It is very hands-on. I also like the athletic training program. It is very hands-on, and they help with all the athletics. I don’t think that the athletic training program gets much credit or funding for what is done.”
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University High School
Public district, 9-12 | 503
Address: 9419 West Van Buren Street, Tolleson, AZ 85353
Phone: (623) 478-4380
Website: https://university.tuhsd.org/
University High School may not be located directly in Goodyear, but it’s only a short 15-minute commute for students who want to attend the school. The small school primarily focuses on preparing students for post-secondary with a similar atmosphere and college-like environment. There’s a comprehensive list of electives, athletics, and extracurriculars for students to enjoy. The challenging curriculum is designed to confront students with the boundaries of their potential—the dedicated staff work to create students full of integrity, purpose, and a life long inquiry.
Mission: “Harnessing the power of dreams through empowering students to develop the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and reflective practices necessary for academic achievement.
We expect our students to commit to the following:
I will give 100% of my ability and energy.
I will not discourage; my actions and words will provide support.
I will daily strive to make this the best school in Arizona.
I will acknowledge effort today and in the future.
I will encourage and support successful habits.
I will persist in the face of fear and academic rigor.
I will encourage and achieve amazing lifetime goals.
I will take action daily to ensure academic success.
I will decide to be an amazing, powerful, and successful learner.
I will leave University High as a successful life-long learner.”
Review: “My experience at university high school overall has been great. When I first transitioned from middle school to University high school, it was very hard for me to adjust to the new curriculum, which I was not prepared for in middle school. Eventually, I got used to it and learned that this school only strives for the best and only want students to be educated well. Teachers set up students for success by putting them in difficult classes that have a challenging curriculum where students are expected and sometimes requires to take AP classes that will prepare them for college. In my experience, although the classes have a huge workload, teachers are always there to help and don’t expect students to do stuff on their own. I would recommend that you go here, because by the time you get out of high school, you will be well prepared to continue your journey to college. You will also be prepared for the heavy workload, and it won’t be as difficult to adjust.”
