Catalina High School is a public high school, located on the north side of Tucson, Arizona, United States. Catalina is a magnet high school in Tucson Unified School District and serves approximately 750 students in grades 9-12. The school name originates from the Santa Catalina Mountains north of Tucson.
Pcjted - Catalina High School ranks in the bottom 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 45%).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Vocational school
- Grades: 9-12
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29%
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (15-16)
1 student
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Year Founded
1955
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sun. May 31, 2026
Campus Size
25 acres
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)25-29%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)20-24%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
17:1
American Indian
(15-16)n/a
5%
Asian
(15-16)n/a
3%
Hispanic
(15-16)100%
45%
Black
(15-16)n/a
5%
White
(15-16)n/a
39%
Hawaiian
(15-16)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(15-16)n/a
3%
Graduation Rate
(18-19)<50%
78%
Eligible for Free Lunch (09-10)
20%
38%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Troy
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% AZ state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pcjted - Catalina High School?
The graduation rate of Pcjted - Catalina High School is 50%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 78%.
How many students attend Pcjted - Catalina High School?
1 students attend Pcjted - Catalina High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Pcjted - Catalina High School students are Hispanic.
What grades does Pcjted - Catalina High School offer ?
Pcjted - Catalina High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pcjted - Catalina High School part of?
Pcjted - Catalina High School is part of Pima County Joint Technical Education District (89380).
In what neighborhood is Pcjted - Catalina High School located?
Pcjted - Catalina High School is located in the Palo Verde neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 4 other public schools located in Palo Verde.
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