Serving 210 students in grades 9-12, Baboquivari 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% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 210 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Baboquivari High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Sells, AZ, covering approximately 3,767.5 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 58.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Baboquivari High School's student population of 210 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
210 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Baboquivari 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 Baboquivari High School is 0.19, 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
#1818 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
90%
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
5%
49%
Black
n/a
6%
White
n/a
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
77%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
41.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baboquivari High School's ranking?
Baboquivari High School is ranked #1818 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% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Baboquivari High School?
The graduation rate of Baboquivari High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Baboquivari High School?
210 students attend Baboquivari High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Baboquivari High School students are American Indian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Baboquivari High School?
Baboquivari High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Baboquivari High School offer ?
Baboquivari High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Baboquivari High School part of?
Baboquivari High School is part of Baboquivari Unified School District #40 (4412).
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