Serving 1,795 students in grades 9-12, Nogales High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,795 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nogales High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Nogales High School's student population of 1,795 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,795 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nogales High School 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 Nogales High School is 0.02, 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
#694 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
99%
48%
Black
n/a
6%
White
n/a
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
100%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nogales High School's ranking?
Nogales High School is ranked #694 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Nogales High School often compared to?
Nogales High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rio Rico High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nogales High School?
The graduation rate of Nogales High School is 95%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Nogales High School?
1,795 students attend Nogales High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Nogales High School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nogales High School?
Nogales High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Nogales High School offer ?
Nogales High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Nogales High School part of?
Nogales High School is part of Nogales Unified District (4457) School District.
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