Serving 349 students in grades 9-12, Morenci 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 349 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morenci High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Morenci High School's student population of 349 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
349 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Morenci 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 Morenci High School is 0.51, 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
#736 out of 1854 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
8%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
65%
47%
Black
1%
6%
White
25%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
76%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morenci High School's ranking?
Morenci High School is ranked #736 out of 1,854 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Morenci High School?
The graduation rate of Morenci High School is 95%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 76%.
How many students attend Morenci High School?
349 students attend Morenci High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Morenci High School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 8% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Morenci High School?
Morenci High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Morenci High School offer ?
Morenci High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Morenci High School part of?
Morenci High School is part of Morenci Unified District (4230) School District.
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