Serving 1,906 students in grades 9-12, Cienega 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 43% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% 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: 1,906 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cienega High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Cienega High School's student population of 1,906 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,906 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cienega High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cienega High School is 0.61, 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
#510 out of 1854 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
40%
47%
Black
5%
6%
White
48%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
76%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cienega High School's ranking?
Cienega High School is ranked #510 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Cienega High School often compared to?
Cienega High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Empire High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cienega High School?
The graduation rate of Cienega High School is 96%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 76%.
How many students attend Cienega High School?
1,906 students attend Cienega High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Cienega High School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cienega High School?
Cienega High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cienega High School offer ?
Cienega High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Cienega High School part of?
Cienega High School is part of Vail Unified District (4413) School District.
School Reviews
5 2/6/2011
Excellent teachers with dedication and passion, supportive learning environment, clean and tidy school grounds.
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