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 113 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 bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). 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 16:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 113 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Duncan High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Duncan, AZ, covering approximately 469.7 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 13.8 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 25.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Duncan High School's student population of 113 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
113 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Duncan High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Duncan High School is 0.35, 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
#925 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
40%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
77.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Grey, Red
School Mascot
Wildkat
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Duncan High School's ranking?
Duncan High School is ranked #925 out of 1,921 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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 77.8%.
How many students attend Duncan High School?
113 students attend Duncan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Duncan High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Duncan High School?
Duncan High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than 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).
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