Serving 71 students in grades 9-12, Patagonia Union 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 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 71 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Patagonia Union High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Patagonia, AZ, encompassing approximately 694.1 square miles. Families within this area typically face a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 14.8 miles and the furthest edge reaching 22.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Patagonia Union High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Patagonia Union High School's student population of 71 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
71 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1926
School Rankings
Patagonia Union 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 Patagonia Union High School is 0.47, 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
#660 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
69%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
2%
6%
White
24%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥80%
77.8%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.1%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
41%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
10%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 21-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Orange
School Mascot
Lobo
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Patagonia Union High School's ranking?
Patagonia Union High School is ranked #660 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Patagonia Union High School often compared to?
Patagonia Union High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nogales High School, Rio Rico High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Patagonia Union High School?
The graduation rate of Patagonia Union High School is 80%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77.8%.
How many students attend Patagonia Union High School?
71 students attend Patagonia Union High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Patagonia Union High School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Patagonia Union High School?
Patagonia Union High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Patagonia Union High School offer ?
Patagonia Union High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Patagonia Union High School part of?
Patagonia Union High School is part of Patagonia Union High School District (4462).
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