Serving 1,836 students in grades 7-12, Buena High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,836 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buena High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Buena High School's student population of 1,836 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
1,836 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Buena 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 Buena High School is 0.66, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#319 out of 1956 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
38%
47%
Black
6%
6%
White
44%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buena High School's ranking?
Buena High School is ranked #319 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Buena High School often compared to?
Buena High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tombstone High School, Ctd - Tombstone High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Buena High School?
The graduation rate of Buena High School is 92%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Buena High School?
1,836 students attend Buena High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Buena High School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Buena High School?
Buena High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Buena High School offer ?
Buena High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Buena High School part of?
Buena High School is part of Sierra Vista Unified District (4175) School District.
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