Serving 564 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Vail Academy & High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 564 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vail Academy & High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Vail Academy & High School's student population of 564 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 104 teachers has grown by 352% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
564 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
104 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Motto
“VAHS LEARNS”
School Rankings
Vail Academy & High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vail Academy & High School is 0.66, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#176 out of 1921 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
41%
48%
Black
6%
6%
White
40%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vail Academy & High School's ranking?
Vail Academy & High School is ranked #176 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Vail Academy & High School?
The graduation rate of Vail Academy & High School is 80%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Vail Academy & High School?
564 students attend Vail Academy & High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Vail Academy & High School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vail Academy & High School?
Vail Academy & High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Vail Academy & High School offer ?
Vail Academy & High School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Vail Academy & High School part of?
Vail Academy & High School is part of Vail Unified District (4413).
In what neighborhood is Vail Academy & High School located?
Vail Academy & High School is located in the Wilmot neighborhood of Vail, AZ.
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