Maryvale is a comprehensive high school known for maintaining the best attendance and graduation rate (91.4%) in the district.  A rigorous curriculum consists of over sixty AP and Honors sections in all academic and elective classes. Students also have the opportunity to be dual enrolled with Phoenix College earning college credit alongside their high school credit. Our seniors consistently receive scholarships totaling over $1,000,000. Maryvale has a highly qualified staff including six National Board Certified Teachers.

Maryvale is known for having an outstanding Performing Arts program which includes Touring Guitar Ensemble, Choir, Jazz Choir, Marching and Concert Honors Band, Jazz Band, Honors Orchestra, Piano, Dance and Drama courses.  Our Touring Guitar Ensemble has performed for audiences on the East and West Coasts and in Europe.

Competitive athletic programs such as football, soccer, basketball, track and field, cross country, spirit line, tennis, golf, baseball, softball, wrestling, and volleyball are offered to all students. Maryvale is proud to have the youngest Olympic Gold Medalist in wrestling among its alumni, Henry Cejudo. Also among alumni are Frank Garcia, Darren Woodson and Phillippi Sparks who played in the National Football League. Maryvale offers membership in over sixty student clubs and organizations for all students.