Serving 1,110 students in grades 9-12, Amphitheater High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,110 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 73% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Amphitheater High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Amphitheater High School's student population of 1,110 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,110 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Amphitheater High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Amphitheater High School is 0.54, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1419 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
66%
48%
Black
11%
6%
White
14%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
73%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amphitheater High School's ranking?
Amphitheater High School is ranked #1419 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Amphitheater High School often compared to?
Amphitheater High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Flowing Wells High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Amphitheater High School?
The graduation rate of Amphitheater High School is 73%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Amphitheater High School?
1,110 students attend Amphitheater High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Amphitheater High School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Amphitheater High School?
Amphitheater High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Amphitheater High School offer ?
Amphitheater High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Amphitheater High School part of?
Amphitheater High School is part of Amphitheater Unified District (4406) School District.
In what neighborhood is Amphitheater High School located?
Amphitheater High School is located in the Amphi neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 8 other public schools located in Amphi.
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Date
Spring Break
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
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