Serving 179 students in grades 9-12, Academy Of Tucson High School ranks in the top 30% 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%).
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 179 students
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Academy Of Tucson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Academy Of Tucson High School's student population of 179 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
179 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Academy Of Tucson High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Academy Of Tucson High School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#535 out of 1854 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
27%
47%
Black
6%
6%
White
46%
35%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
76%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Academy Of Tucson High School's ranking?
Academy Of Tucson High School is ranked #535 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Academy Of Tucson High School?
The graduation rate of Academy Of Tucson High School is 80%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 76%.
How many students attend Academy Of Tucson High School?
179 students attend Academy Of Tucson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Academy Of Tucson High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Academy Of Tucson High School offer ?
Academy Of Tucson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Academy Of Tucson High School part of?
Academy Of Tucson High School is part of Academy Of Tucson Inc. (78897) School District.
In what neighborhood is Academy Of Tucson High School located?
Academy Of Tucson High School is located in the Houghton neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Houghton.
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