Pima High School is a high school in Pima, Arizona. It is operated by the Pima Unified School District, which also operates an elementary school and junior high school.
Serving 335 students in grades 9-12, Pima High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 335 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pima High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Pima High School's student population of 335 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
335 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Colors
Royal blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pima 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 Pima High School is 0.51, 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
#907 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
49%
49%
Black
n/a
6%
White
50%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
77%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Pima Unified District (4220)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Roughriders
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pima High School's ranking?
Pima High School is ranked #907 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Pima High School often compared to?
Pima High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thatcher High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pima High School?
The graduation rate of Pima High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Pima High School?
335 students attend Pima High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Pima High School students are White, 49% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pima High School?
Pima High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pima High School offer ?
Pima High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pima High School part of?
Pima High School is part of Pima Unified District (4220).
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