Pima County Jted At Empire ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 80-89% (which was higher than the Arizona state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 70-79% (which was higher than the Arizona state average of 45%).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (20-21)
2 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)80-89%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)70-79%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
(20-21)n/a
5%
Asian
(20-21)n/a
3%
Hispanic
(20-21)50%
46%
Black
(20-21)n/a
6%
White
(20-21)50%
36%
Hawaiian
(20-21)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(20-21)n/a
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
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 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% AZ state average).
How many students attend Pima County Jted At Empire?
2 students attend Pima County Jted At Empire.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Pima County Jted At Empire students are Hispanic, and 50% of students are White.
What grades does Pima County Jted At Empire offer ?
Pima County Jted At Empire offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pima County Jted At Empire part of?
Pima County Jted At Empire is part of Pima County JTED (89380) School District.
In what neighborhood is Pima County Jted At Empire located?
Pima County Jted At Empire is located in the Rita Ranch neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 10 other public schools located in Rita Ranch.
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