Serving 137 students in grades 9-12, St. David 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 60-79% (which is higher 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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 137 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: St David High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Saint David, AZ, covering approximately 294 square miles. Families typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of about 9.9 miles to the zone's edge and a furthest edge reaching 18.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. David High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
St. David High School's student population of 137 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
137 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
St. David Tigers are Safe, Respectful, Responsible
School Rankings
St. David 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 St. David High School is 0.31, 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
#647 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
5%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
77.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.9%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Tiger
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. David High School's ranking?
St. David High School is ranked #647 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 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of St. David High School?
The graduation rate of St. David High School is 80%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77.8%.
How many students attend St. David High School?
137 students attend St. David High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of St. David High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. David High School?
St. David High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does St. David High School offer ?
St. David High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is St. David High School part of?
St. David High School is part of St David Unified District (4173).
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