Rio Rico High School is the public high school for Rio Rico, Arizona, United States. It is the only high school in the Santa Cruz Valley Unified School District. RRHS is home to a growing arts department.
Serving 1,403 students in grades 9-12, Rio Rico 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 15% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,403 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rio Rico High School's student population of 1,403 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,403 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Year Founded
1996
Colors
Red, Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
We REP Relationship, Excellence and Pride!
School Mascot
Hawks
School Rankings
Rio Rico 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 Rio Rico High School is 0.06, 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
#1337 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
97%
48%
Black
n/a
6%
White
3%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
41%
10%
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 is Rio Rico High School's ranking?
Rio Rico High School is ranked #1337 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Rio Rico High School often compared to?
Rio Rico High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nogales High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rio Rico High School?
The graduation rate of Rio Rico High School is 90%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Rio Rico High School?
1,403 students attend Rio Rico High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Rio Rico High School students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rio Rico High School?
Rio Rico High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rio Rico High School offer ?
Rio Rico High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rio Rico High School part of?
Rio Rico High School is part of Santa Cruz Valley Unified District (4458) School District.
In what neighborhood is Rio Rico High School located?
Rio Rico High School is located in the Rio Rico Northwest neighborhood of Rio Rico, AZ. There are 4 other public schools located in Rio Rico Northwest.
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