Serving 495 students in grades 9-12, Alta Vista High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 495 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alta Vista High School's student population of 495 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
495 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
School Motto
The student's choice. The parent's choice. The right choice.
School Rankings
Alta Vista 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 Alta Vista High School is 0.12, 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
#1787 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
94%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
75-79%
77.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.2%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch (22-23)
72%
39%
Showing 2009–2023. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
94%
10%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Purple, Silver
School Mascot
Lobos
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alta Vista High School's ranking?
Alta Vista High School is ranked #1787 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alta Vista High School?
The graduation rate of Alta Vista High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77.8%.
How many students attend Alta Vista High School?
495 students attend Alta Vista High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Alta Vista High School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alta Vista High School?
Alta Vista High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Alta Vista High School offer ?
Alta Vista High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alta Vista High School part of?
Alta Vista High School is part of American Charter Schools Foundation D.B.A. Alta VI (80995).
In what neighborhood is Alta Vista High School located?
Alta Vista High School is located in the Cherry Avenue neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 2 other public schools located in Cherry Avenue.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Alta Vista High School has a very hig quality of education. Teachers challenge their students to exercise their minds. They hold us to higher expectations in the grading scale. They also prepare students very well for their future college experience. Many students have exceeded the AIMS. The school is very high in technology. Alta Vista offers extracurricular activities such as sports and clubs. Since its a smaller school we have less extracurricular activities than other schools. Students are always awarded for their academic and athletic awards. The school doesn't have a football field or cafeteria, but its a great school. Everyone communicates with each other. In a small environment people know most people and we have a great community. There are no descriminations or racial problems. Parents are involved and they support their students when its necessary.
2 10/10/2025
Alta Vista's teachers are truly this year 2016 above the bar.
They care about the students, however the administration has a lot to be delivered.
They seem to only care about the numbers. It is a good school for Hispanic children, not so much for other races.
They tend to show preference towards one race over another.
What is good for one student should be good for the rest.
If they had a better administration it could be a better school.
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