For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,111 students in 85747, AZ.
The top ranked public high schools in 85747, AZ are Empire High School, Vail Blended Learning and Mica Mountain High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 85747 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 45% statewide average). High schools in 85747, AZ have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arizona public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 85747 have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the Arizona average of 77%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Empire High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arizona or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85747, AZ Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Empire High School
Magnet School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
10701 E Mary Ann Cleveland Way
Tucson, AZ 85747
(520) 879-3000
Tucson, AZ 85747
(520) 879-3000
Grades: 9-12
| 876 students
Rank: #22.
Vail Blended Learning
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
10775 E Mary Ann Cleveland Way
Tucson, AZ 85747
(520) 879-1300
Tucson, AZ 85747
(520) 879-1300
Grades: 6-12
| 74 students
Rank: #33.
Mica Mountain High School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10800 E Valencia
Tucson, AZ 85747
(520) 879-3800
Tucson, AZ 85747
(520) 879-3800
Grades: 9-12
| 1,161 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 85747, AZ?
The top ranked public high schools in 85747, AZ include Empire High School, Vail Blended Learning and Mica Mountain High School.
How many public high schools are located in 85747?
3 public high schools are located in 85747.
What is the racial composition of students in 85747?
85747 public high schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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