Serving 1,151 students in grades 9-12, Walden Grove High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% 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: 1,151 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Walden Grove High School serves the northeast part of Sahuarita, AZ, covering an attendance area of approximately 98.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 14.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Walden Grove High School's student population of 1,151 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,151 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2011
School Calendar
School Motto
I will Reach for the Excellence Within Me!
School Rankings
Walden Grove 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 Walden Grove High School is 0.55, 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
#803 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
58%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
34%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90%
77.8%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.8%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal blue and gold
School Mascot
Red Wolves
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walden Grove High School's ranking?
Walden Grove High School is ranked #803 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Walden Grove High School often compared to?
Walden Grove High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sahuarita High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Walden Grove High School?
The graduation rate of Walden Grove High School is 90%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77.8%.
How many students attend Walden Grove High School?
1,151 students attend Walden Grove High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Walden Grove High School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walden Grove High School?
Walden Grove High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Walden Grove High School offer ?
Walden Grove High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Walden Grove High School part of?
Walden Grove High School is part of Sahuarita Unified District (4411).
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