Serving 906 students in grades 9-12, Mica Mountain High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%).
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 906 students
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mica Mountain High School's student population of 906 students has grown by 68% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
906 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mica Mountain High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mica Mountain High School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#567 out of 1854 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
39%
47%
Black
4%
6%
White
49%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
29%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mica Mountain High School's ranking?
Mica Mountain High School is ranked #567 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Mica Mountain High School often compared to?
Mica Mountain High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Desert Sky Middle School, Andrada Polytechnic High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Mica Mountain High School?
906 students attend Mica Mountain High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Mica Mountain High School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Mica Mountain High School offer ?
Mica Mountain High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mica Mountain High School part of?
Mica Mountain High School is part of Vail Unified District (4413) School District.
In what neighborhood is Mica Mountain High School located?
Mica Mountain High School is located in the Rita Ranch neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 10 other public schools located in Rita Ranch.
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