Tanque Verde High School is a comprehensive public high school located in the suburban community of Tanque Verde northeast of Tucson, Arizona. Tanque Verde is the only high school in the Tanque Verde Unified School District.
Pcjted - Tanque Verde High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-89% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 45%).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Vocational school
- Grades: 9-12
- Math Proficiency: 80-89%
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59%
- 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
n/a
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Year Founded
2005
Colors
Black, Green, Silver
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)80-89%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)50-59%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawks
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% AZ state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% AZ state average).
What grades does Pcjted - Tanque Verde High School offer ?
Pcjted - Tanque Verde High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pcjted - Tanque Verde High School part of?
Pcjted - Tanque Verde High School is part of Pima County JTED (89380) School District.
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