Serving 1,911 students in grades 9-12, Sierra Linda 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 13% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,911 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Top 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sierra Linda High School serves the northeast part of Tolleson, AZ, covering an area of approximately 12.6 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive, with an average distance of 3.8 miles to the school's edge and some residing as far as 5.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sierra Linda High School's student population of 1,911 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,911 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2008
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sierra Linda 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 Sierra Linda High School is 0.33, 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
#1510 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
81%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
86%
77.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)68%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Cardinal Red, White, and Navy Blue
School Mascot
Bulldog
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sierra Linda High School's ranking?
Sierra Linda High School is ranked #1510 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Sierra Linda High School often compared to?
Sierra Linda High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Copper Canyon High School, Tolleson Union High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sierra Linda High School?
The graduation rate of Sierra Linda High School is 86%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77.8%.
How many students attend Sierra Linda High School?
1,911 students attend Sierra Linda High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Sierra Linda High School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sierra Linda High School?
Sierra Linda High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sierra Linda High School offer ?
Sierra Linda High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sierra Linda High School part of?
Sierra Linda High School is part of Tolleson Union High School District (4288).
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