Serving 166 students in grades 9-12, Academy Of Tucson High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 166 students
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Academy Of Tucson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Academy Of Tucson High School's student population of 166 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
166 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Academy Of Tucson High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Academy Of Tucson High School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#274 out of 1956 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
32%
47%
Black
7%
6%
White
46%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Academy Of Tucson High School's ranking?
Academy Of Tucson High School is ranked #274 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Academy Of Tucson High School?
The graduation rate of Academy Of Tucson High School is 90%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Academy Of Tucson High School?
166 students attend Academy Of Tucson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Academy Of Tucson High School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Academy Of Tucson High School offer ?
Academy Of Tucson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Academy Of Tucson High School part of?
Academy Of Tucson High School is part of Academy Of Tucson Inc. (78897) School District.
In what neighborhood is Academy Of Tucson High School located?
Academy Of Tucson High School is located in the Houghton neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Houghton.
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