Serving 61 students in grades 9-12, Pima Vocational High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 61 students
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: 40-49% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pima Vocational High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Pima Vocational High School's student population of 61 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
61 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pima Vocational High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pima Vocational High School is 0.36, 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
#437 out of 1956 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
79%
47%
Black
3%
6%
White
15%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-49%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pima Vocational High School's ranking?
Pima Vocational High School is ranked #437 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Pima Vocational High School often compared to?
Pima Vocational High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pima Partnership School The, Edge High School - Himmel Park by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pima Vocational High School?
The graduation rate of Pima Vocational High School is 40-49%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Pima Vocational High School?
61 students attend Pima Vocational High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Pima Vocational High School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Black.
What grades does Pima Vocational High School offer ?
Pima Vocational High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Pima Vocational High School part of?
Pima Vocational High School is part of Pima County (4420) School District.
In what neighborhood is Pima Vocational High School located?
Pima Vocational High School is located in the Sunnyside neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 9 other public schools located in Sunnyside.
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