Best 85742 Arizona Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 3,438 students in 85742, AZ.
The top-ranked public high schools in 85742, AZ are Ironwood Ridge High School and Mountain View High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 85742 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 45% statewide average). High schools in 85742, AZ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arizona public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 85742 have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the Arizona average of 78%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Ironwood Ridge High School, with 95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arizona or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Best 85742, AZ Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ironwood Ridge High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2475 W Naranja Dr
Tucson, AZ 85742
(520) 696-4000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,562 student Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Mountain View High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
3901 W Linda Vista Blvd
Tucson, AZ 85742
(520) 579-4400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,876 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 55%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 85742, AZ?
The top-ranked public high schools in 85742, AZ include Ironwood Ridge High School and Mountain View High School.
How many public high schools are located in 85742?
2 public high schools are located in 85742.
What is the racial composition of students in 85742?
85742 public high schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

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