Serving 330 students in grades 6-12, Catalina Online Learning Experience ranks in the top 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 27% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 330 students
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: 52% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Catalina Online Learning Experience's student population of 330 students has grown by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
330 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Catalina Online Learning Experience ranks within the top 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Catalina Online Learning Experience is 0.57, 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
#953 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
5%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
62%
47%
Black
5%
6%
White
22%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
52%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
2%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Catalina Online Learning Experience's ranking?
Catalina Online Learning Experience is ranked #953 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Catalina Online Learning Experience?
The graduation rate of Catalina Online Learning Experience is 52%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Catalina Online Learning Experience?
330 students attend Catalina Online Learning Experience.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Catalina Online Learning Experience students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 5% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Catalina Online Learning Experience offer ?
Catalina Online Learning Experience offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Catalina Online Learning Experience part of?
Catalina Online Learning Experience is part of Tucson Unified District (4403) School District.
In what neighborhood is Catalina Online Learning Experience located?
Catalina Online Learning Experience is located in the Palo Verde neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 4 other public schools located in Palo Verde.
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