Serving 1,414 students in grades 9-12, Rio Rico High School ranks in the bottom 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 31% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,414 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 30% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rio Rico High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Rio Rico High School's student population of 1,414 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,414 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rio Rico High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rio Rico High School is 0.08, 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
#1044 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
96%
47%
Black
n/a
6%
White
3%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rio Rico High School's ranking?
Rio Rico High School is ranked #1044 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Rio Rico High School often compared to?
Rio Rico High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nogales High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rio Rico High School?
The graduation rate of Rio Rico High School is 91%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Rio Rico High School?
1,414 students attend Rio Rico High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Rio Rico High School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rio Rico High School?
Rio Rico High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rio Rico High School offer ?
Rio Rico High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Rio Rico High School part of?
Rio Rico High School is part of Santa Cruz Valley Unified District (4458) School District.
In what neighborhood is Rio Rico High School located?
Rio Rico High School is located in the Rio Rico Northwest neighborhood of Rio Rico, AZ. There are 4 other public schools located in Rio Rico Northwest.
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