Serving 85 students in grades 9-12, Ponderosa High School ranks in the top 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 ≤20% (which is lower than 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 28:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 85 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ponderosa High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ponderosa High School's student population of 85 students has grown by 107% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
85 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ponderosa 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 Ponderosa High School is 0.64, 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
#873 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
28:1
17:1
American Indian
35%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
46%
49%
Black
1%
6%
White
18%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-59%
77%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Terra Bird
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ponderosa High School's ranking?
Ponderosa High School is ranked #873 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% 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 Ponderosa High School?
The graduation rate of Ponderosa High School is 40-59%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Ponderosa High School?
85 students attend Ponderosa High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Ponderosa High School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are American Indian, 18% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ponderosa High School?
Ponderosa High School has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ponderosa High School offer ?
Ponderosa High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ponderosa High School part of?
Ponderosa High School is part of Coconino County Accommodation School District (10386).
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