Serving 1,432 students in grades 8-12, Sahuaro 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 30% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% 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: 8-12
- Enrollment: 1,432 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Top 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sahuaro High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sahuaro High School's student population of 1,432 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
1,432 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sahuaro 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 Sahuaro High School is 0.67, which is more 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
#1002 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
48%
47%
Black
10%
6%
White
30%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sahuaro High School's ranking?
Sahuaro High School is ranked #1002 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Sahuaro High School often compared to?
Sahuaro High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sabino High School, Palo Verde High Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sahuaro High School?
The graduation rate of Sahuaro High School is 85%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Sahuaro High School?
1,432 students attend Sahuaro High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Sahuaro High School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sahuaro High School?
Sahuaro High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sahuaro High School offer ?
Sahuaro High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is Sahuaro High School part of?
Sahuaro High School is part of Tucson Unified District (4403) School District.
In what neighborhood is Sahuaro High School located?
Sahuaro High School is located in the Carriage Park neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 4 other public schools located in Carriage Park.
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