Serving 1,453 students in grades 9-12, Saguaro High School ranks in the top 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 37% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,453 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Saguaro High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Saguaro High School's student population of 1,453 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,453 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Saguaro High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Saguaro High School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#664 out of 1854 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
22%
47%
Black
7%
6%
White
60%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
76%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saguaro High School's ranking?
Saguaro High School is ranked #664 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Saguaro High School often compared to?
Saguaro High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chaparral High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Saguaro High School?
The graduation rate of Saguaro High School is 93%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 76%.
How many students attend Saguaro High School?
1,453 students attend Saguaro High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Saguaro High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Saguaro High School?
Saguaro High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Saguaro High School offer ?
Saguaro High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Saguaro High School part of?
Saguaro High School is part of Scottsdale Unified District (4240) School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day Student Classes - Early Release (All Grades Pre-K-12)
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)
School Reviews
5 6/8/2010
Great school! I had great academics there (git scholarships athletically and academically to Northern Arizona, Arizona State, University of Arizona, Washington State, Johns Hopkins, Oregon, Michigan, Florida State, Texas A&M, and Northwestern) I chose Oregon! also the saber-cats have an excellent band program, directed by Mike Miller
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