For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 3,387 students in 85742, AZ.
The top ranked public high schools in 85742, AZ are Ironwood Ridge High School and Mountain View High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 85742 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 45% statewide average). High schools in 85742, AZ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arizona public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 85742 have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the Arizona average of 77%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Ironwood Ridge High School, with 94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arizona or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85742, AZ Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ironwood Ridge High School
Magnet School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2475 W Naranja Dr
Tucson, AZ 85742
(520) 696-3902
Tucson, AZ 85742
(520) 696-3902
Grades: 9-12
| 1,556 students
Rank: #22.
Mountain View High School
Magnet School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3901 W Linda Vista Blvd
Tucson, AZ 85742
(520) 579-4400
Tucson, AZ 85742
(520) 579-4400
Grades: 9-12
| 1,831 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 85742, AZ?
The top ranked public high schools in 85742, AZ include Ironwood Ridge High School and Mountain View High School.
How many public high schools are located in 85742?
2 public high schools are located in 85742.
What is the racial composition of students in 85742?
85742 public high schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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