For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public high schools serving 5,650 students in 85706, AZ.
The top ranked public high schools in 85706, AZ are Desert View High School, Sunnyside High School and Star Academic High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 85706 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 45% statewide average). High schools in 85706, AZ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 85706 have a Graduation Rate of 74%, which is less than the Arizona average of 77%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Sunnyside High School, with 87% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arizona or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public high school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85706, AZ Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Desert View High School
Magnet School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4101 E Valencia Rd
Tucson, AZ 85706
(520) 545-5100
Tucson, AZ 85706
(520) 545-5100
Grades: 9-12
| 2,169 students
Rank: #22.
Sunnyside High School
Magnet School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1725 E Bilby Rd
Tucson, AZ 85706
(520) 545-5300
Tucson, AZ 85706
(520) 545-5300
Grades: 9-12
| 2,204 students
Rank: #33.
Star Academic High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5093 S Liberty Ave
Tucson, AZ 85706
(520) 545-2300
Tucson, AZ 85706
(520) 545-2300
Grades: 6-12
| 280 students
Rank: #44.
Sunnyside Online Success Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2238 E Ginter Rd
Tucson, AZ 85706
(520) 545-2064
Tucson, AZ 85706
(520) 545-2064
Grades: K-12
| 107 students
Rank: #55.
Alta Vista High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5040 S Campbell Ave
Tucson, AZ 85706
(520) 294-4922
Tucson, AZ 85706
(520) 294-4922
Grades: 9-12
| 487 students
Rank: #66.
Southgate Academy
Alternative School
Magnet School
Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
850 W Valencia Rd
Tucson, AZ 85706
(520) 741-7900
Tucson, AZ 85706
(520) 741-7900
Grades: K-12
| 403 students
85706, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Academic & Personal Excellence High School (Closed 2008)
Charter School
2859 East Elvira Rd D
Tucson, AZ 85706
(520) 889-4246
Tucson, AZ 85706
(520) 889-4246
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
1346 N. Stone Ave.
Tucson, AZ 85706
(520) 620-1100
Tucson, AZ 85706
(520) 620-1100
Grades: K-6
| 186 students
Arizona Academy Of Leadership (Closed 2013)
Charter School
5660 South 12th Ave
Tucson, AZ 85706
(520) 887-5863
Tucson, AZ 85706
(520) 887-5863
Grades: K-8
| 191 students
3700 E Alvord
Tucson, AZ 85706
(520) 545-4700
Tucson, AZ 85706
(520) 545-4700
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
5515 S. Forgeus Ave.
Tucson, AZ 85706
(520) 545-2000
Tucson, AZ 85706
(520) 545-2000
Grades: PK
| n/a students
5515 South Forgeus Ave
Tucson, AZ 85706
(520) 545-2376
Tucson, AZ 85706
(520) 545-2376
Grades: PK
| n/a students
2054 E Ginter Rd
Tucson, AZ 85706
(520) 545-2000
Tucson, AZ 85706
(520) 545-2000
Grades: PK-12
| 637 students
5702 S Campbell Ave
Tucson, AZ 85706
(520) 545-3670
Tucson, AZ 85706
(520) 545-3670
Grades: PK
| 134 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 85706, AZ?
The top ranked public high schools in 85706, AZ include Desert View High School, Sunnyside High School and Star Academic High School.
How many public high schools are located in 85706?
6 public high schools are located in 85706.
What is the racial composition of students in 85706?
85706 public high schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public high schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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