Rincon High School is a public high school in Tucson, Arizona. The school serves about 1,100 students in grades 9 to 12 in the Tucson Unified School District. Since 1985, the campus has been shared with University High School, a separate accelerated institution.
Serving 1,109 students in grades 8-12, Rincon 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 17% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 1,109 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Top 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rincon High School serves the eastern part of Tucson, AZ, covering an attendance zone of approximately 9.3 square miles. Most students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 4.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rincon High School's student population of 1,109 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,109 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1958
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission is to ensure our students graduate with the skills and knowledge necessary for college and career success.
School Rankings
Rincon High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rincon High School is 0.60, 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
#1279 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
59%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
19%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
84%
77.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)88.4%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Ranger
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rincon High School's ranking?
Rincon High School is ranked #1279 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Rincon High School often compared to?
Rincon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like University High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rincon High School?
The graduation rate of Rincon High School is 84%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77.8%.
How many students attend Rincon High School?
1,109 students attend Rincon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Rincon High School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rincon High School?
Rincon High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rincon High School offer ?
Rincon High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rincon High School part of?
Rincon High School is part of Tucson Unified District (4403).
In what neighborhood is Rincon High School located?
Rincon High School is located in the Rincon University neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 3 other public schools located in Rincon University.
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