Catalina Foothills High School is a public high school in the suburban community of Catalina Foothills, just north of Tucson, Arizona. It is the only high school in the Catalina Foothills School District. Founded in 1992, the school has approximately 1,650 students in grades nine through twelve.
Serving 1,868 students in grades 9-12, Catalina Foothills High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher 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 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,868 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Catalina Foothills High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Catalina Foothills High School's student population of 1,868 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,868 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Year Founded
1992
Colors
Royal blue, Silver
School Calendar
School Rankings
Catalina Foothills High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Catalina Foothills High School is 0.62, 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
#56 out of 1956 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
31%
48%
Black
2%
6%
White
53%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Falcons
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Catalina Foothills High School's ranking?
Catalina Foothills High School is ranked #56 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Catalina Foothills High School?
The graduation rate of Catalina Foothills High School is 90%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Catalina Foothills High School?
1,868 students attend Catalina Foothills High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Catalina Foothills High School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Catalina Foothills High School?
Catalina Foothills High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Catalina Foothills High School offer ?
Catalina Foothills High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Catalina Foothills High School part of?
Catalina Foothills High School is part of Catalina Foothills Unified District (4410) School District.
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