Duncan High School is a high school in Duncan, Arizona. It is the only high school under the jurisdiction of the Duncan Unified School District, which also includes an elementary school.
Serving 121 students in grades 9-12, Duncan High School ranks in the top 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 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% 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: 121 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Duncan High School's student population of 121 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
121 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Colors
Grey, Red
School Rankings
Duncan High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Duncan High School is 0.30, 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
#767 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
16%
48%
Black
n/a
6%
White
82%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildkat
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Duncan High School's ranking?
Duncan High School is ranked #767 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 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 35% AZ state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Duncan High School?
The graduation rate of Duncan High School is 80%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Duncan High School?
121 students attend Duncan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Duncan High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Duncan High School?
Duncan High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Duncan High School offer ?
Duncan High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Duncan High School part of?
Duncan High School is part of Duncan Unified District (4228) School District.
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