Somerton High School serves 304 students in grades 9-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 304 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
304 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Somerton High School is 0.02, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
99%
48%
Black
n/a
6%
White
n/a
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Somerton High School?
304 students attend Somerton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Somerton High School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Somerton High School?
Somerton High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Somerton High School offer ?
Somerton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Somerton High School part of?
Somerton High School is part of Yuma Union High School District (4507).
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