San Carlos Alternative High School

27010 E Highway 70
San Carlos, AZ 85550
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 47 students in grades 9-12, San Carlos Alternative 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%).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 47 students
  • : 40-49% (Btm 50% in AZ)
  • : Top 30%
  • : <50% (Top 30%)
  • : <50% (Top 30%)
  • : <50% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

San Carlos Alternative High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:

School Overview

San Carlos Alternative High School's student population of 47 students has declined by 44% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
47 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers (17-18)
1 teacher
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School Rankings

San Carlos Alternative 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 San Carlos Alternative High School is 0.00, 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.
This School
State Level (AZ)
#437 out of 1956 schools
(Top 30%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of San Carlos Alternative High School, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
<50%
35%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of San Carlos Alternative High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Arizona by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
<50%
40%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of San Carlos Alternative High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Arizona by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
<50%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
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American Indian
100%
5%
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Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
47%
Black
n/a
6%
White
n/a
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Arizona.
0.00
40-49%
77%
This chart displays graduation rate of San Carlos Alternative High School and public school graduation rate of Arizona by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
39%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in San Carlos Alternative High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Arizona by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is San Carlos Alternative High School's ranking?
San Carlos Alternative High School is ranked #437 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
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 San Carlos Alternative High School?
The graduation rate of San Carlos Alternative High School is 40-49%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend San Carlos Alternative High School?
47 students attend San Carlos Alternative High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of San Carlos Alternative High School students are American Indian.
What grades does San Carlos Alternative High School offer ?
San Carlos Alternative High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is San Carlos Alternative High School part of?
San Carlos Alternative High School is part of San Carlos Unified District (4210) School District.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 47 students
  • : 40-49% (Btm 50%)
  • : Top 30%
  • : <50% (Top 30%)
  • : <50% (Top 30%)
  • : <50% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

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