Serving 20 students in grades 9-12, Santa Cruz Center For Success 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 90% 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
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 20 students
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (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
Santa Cruz Center For Success ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Santa Cruz Center For Success's student population of 20 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
20 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (19-20)
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Santa Cruz Center For Success 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 Santa Cruz Center For Success is 0.42, 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
5%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
75%
47%
Black
10%
6%
White
10%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
13%
11%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Santa Cruz Center For Success's ranking?
Santa Cruz Center For Success 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 Santa Cruz Center For Success?
The graduation rate of Santa Cruz Center For Success is 50%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Santa Cruz Center For Success?
20 students attend Santa Cruz Center For Success.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Santa Cruz Center For Success students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, and 5% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Santa Cruz Center For Success offer ?
Santa Cruz Center For Success offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Santa Cruz Center For Success part of?
Santa Cruz Center For Success is part of Santa Cruz Valley Union High School District (4454).
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