Below Average
#1568 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Apache Junction High School
High School · Apache Junction Unified District (4443)
2525 S IRONWOOD DR, Apache Junction, AZ 85120
Enrollment
864
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
4.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
864
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
4.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,568 of 2,006
In Apache Junction
#4 of 9
public schools
In district
#1 of 5
Apache Junction Unified District (4443)
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Apache Junction High School
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About Apache Junction High School
Apache Junction High School is a public high school in Apache Junction, AZ, part of Apache Junction Unified District (4443). Apache Junction High School serves approximately 864 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Apache Junction High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,568 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Apache Junction High School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- AZ avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
74% of students at Apache Junction High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Apache Junction High School — Students at Apache Junction High School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.3/10.
How Apache Junction High School Compares
See how Apache Junction High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2525 S IRONWOOD DR, Apache Junction, AZ 85120
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Apache Junction High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Desert Ridge High (rated 7.1/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Mesa), which scores notably higher. Another option is Skyline High School (rated 6.3/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Mesa), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Imagine Prep Superstition (rated 6.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Apache Junction, see our Apache Junction schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EVIT East Apache Junction Mesa | 0.0 mi | — |
| Cactus Canyon Junior High Apache Junction | 0.4 mi | 3.2 |
| Imagine Prep Superstition Apache Junction | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Imagine Superstition Middle Apache Junction | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Avalon Elementary Apache Junction | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Brinton Elementary Mesa | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Apache Trail High School Apache Junction | 1.6 mi | 4.0 |
| ARCHES Academy Apache Jct | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Four Peaks Elementary School Apache Junction | 2.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Patterson Elementary Mesa | 2.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Sousa Elementary School Mesa | 3.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Legacy Traditional School - East Mesa Chandler | 3.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Skyline High School Mesa | 3.0 mi | 6.3 |
| EVIT - Skyline High School Mesa | 3.0 mi | — |
| Desert Ridge Jr. High Mesa | 3.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Meridian Mesa | 3.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Desert Vista Elementary School Apache Junction | 3.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Desert Ridge High Mesa | 3.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Leading Edge Academy at East Mesa Gilbert | 3.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Imagine East Mesa Elementary Phoenix | 3.5 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85120 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,921
Median Home Value
$162,900
Median Rent
$958/mo
Population
29,308
College Educated
13.9%
Homeownership
82%
Avg Commute
28.2 min
Poverty Rate
11.4%
Median Age
57.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Apache Junction High School
What grades does Apache Junction High School serve?
Apache Junction High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Apache Junction High School?
Apache Junction High School has an enrollment of approximately 864 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Apache Junction High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Apache Junction High School is 19.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Apache Junction High School rank in AZ?
Apache Junction High School ranks #1,568 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Apache Junction High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Apache Junction High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Apache Junction High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Apache Junction High School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Apache Junction High School a charter school?
No, Apache Junction High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Apache Junction High School a Title I school?
No, Apache Junction High School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 864
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Pinal County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 73.5%
- Phone
- (480) 982-1110
- 4-Year Graduation
- 82.0%
Resources & Links
District
Apache Junction Unified District (4443)- District Enrollment
- 2,710
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,498
- District Rank
- #1 of 5
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