Serving 142 students in grades 9-12, Pierson High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 142 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Graduation Rate: 50-59% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pierson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Pierson High School's student population of 142 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
142 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pierson High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pierson High School is 0.00, 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
#353 out of 1854 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
100%
47%
Black
n/a
6%
White
n/a
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
50-59%
76%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pierson High School's ranking?
Pierson High School is ranked #353 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pierson High School?
The graduation rate of Pierson High School is 50-59%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 76%.
How many students attend Pierson High School?
142 students attend Pierson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Pierson High School students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pierson High School?
Pierson High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pierson High School offer ?
Pierson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Pierson High School part of?
Pierson High School is part of Nogales Unified District (4457) School District.
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