Ajo High School is a high school in Ajo, Arizona. It is the only high school in the Ajo Unified School District, which also includes an elementary school and middle school on the same campus. It is a member of the CAA.
Serving 139 students in grades 9-12, Ajo High School ranks in the bottom 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 139 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ajo High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Ajo, AZ, encompassing approximately 133.2 square miles. The area typically allows for a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 6.5 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 12 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ajo High School's student population of 139 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
139 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ajo High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ajo High School is 0.45, 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
#1332 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
7%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
73%
49%
Black
2%
6%
White
9%
33%
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
77.8%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.3%
41.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Red Raider
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ajo High School's ranking?
Ajo High School is ranked #1332 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ajo High School?
The graduation rate of Ajo High School is 70-79%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77.8%.
How many students attend Ajo High School?
139 students attend Ajo High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Ajo High School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 7% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ajo High School?
Ajo High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ajo High School offer ?
Ajo High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ajo High School part of?
Ajo High School is part of Ajo Unified District (4409).
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