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#554 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 28% in state

Innovation Tech High School

High School · Tucson Unified District (4403)

3300 S Park Ave, Tucson, AZ 85713

Enrollment

289

Student-Teacher

19.3:1

Score

7.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#554 of 2,006

In Tucson

#53 of 257

public schools

In district

#17 of 86

Tucson Unified District (4403)

Academic growth

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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7.5/10

High School in Tucson · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Innovation Tech High School

Innovation Tech High School is a public high school in Tucson, AZ, part of Tucson Unified District (4403). Innovation Tech High School serves approximately 289 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Innovation Tech High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #554 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Innovation Tech High School show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).

How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.2
  • AZ avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

56% of students at Innovation Tech 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress10.0Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+21.55 pts/yr
Data Period2020–2022
TrendImproving
Academics8.6Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency54.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)32% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+17.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile78th
College Readiness5.6Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate69.5%
AP Participation1%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,783
Chronic Absenteeism56.4%

Innovation Tech High School — Students at Innovation Tech High School score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 24.8% (multi-year average, 2020-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 21.5% (multi-year average, 2020-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2020*
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2021*
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2022
Math
54.5%
ELA
44.5%

* 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: 10.0/10.

How Innovation Tech High School Compares

See how Innovation Tech High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.5/10
72th percentile in AZ
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
10.0/10
Excellent
Environment
6.0/10
Average
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.8
Advanced STEM
2/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
15 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
56.4%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
1% participation·State avg: 2.8 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses2 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3300 S Park Ave, Tucson, AZ 85713

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Innovation Tech High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Youth Works Charter High School (rated 6.0/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Pueblo High School (rated 5.6/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, PPEP TEC - Celestino Fernandez Learning Center (rated 3.8/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Pima County JTED - Bridges Day Program Tucson 0.0 mi
Pima County JTED - Bridges Evening Program Tucson 0.0 mi
Holladay Intermediate Magnet School Tucson 0.7 mi 4.7
Wakefield Middle School Tucson 0.7 mi 8.2
Las Puertas Community School Tucson 0.7 mi 7.0
Mission View Elementary School Tucson 0.8 mi 6.2
Hollinger K-8 School Tucson 0.8 mi 5.3
Van Buskirk Elementary School Tucson 1.1 mi 8.0
Southside Community School Tucson 1.1 mi 5.0
Youth Works Charter High School Tucson 1.1 mi 6.0
Pueblo High School Tucson 1.2 mi 5.6
Ochoa Elementary School Tucson 1.3 mi 7.0
ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Tucson 1.2 mi 4.8
Borton Primary Magnet School Tucson 1.4 mi 7.4
Cavett Elementary School Tucson 1.2 mi 7.3
SANTA CRUZ CATHOLIC SCHOOL Tucson 1.5 mi 4.8
PPEP TEC - Celestino Fernandez Learning Center Tucson 1.5 mi 3.8
C E Rose Elementary School Tucson 1.5 mi 3.3
Pueblo Gardens Elementary Tucson 1.5 mi 3.0
Utterback Middle School Tucson 1.4 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85713 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,264

Median Home Value

$171,700

Median Rent

$1,017/mo

Population

45,615

College Educated

20.6%

Homeownership

62%

Avg Commute

21.3 min

Poverty Rate

22.7%

Median Age

36.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Innovation Tech High School

What grades does Innovation Tech High School serve?

Innovation Tech High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Innovation Tech High School?

Innovation Tech High School has an enrollment of approximately 289 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Innovation Tech High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Innovation Tech High School is 19.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Innovation Tech High School rank in AZ?

Innovation Tech High School ranks #554 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Innovation Tech High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Innovation Tech High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Innovation Tech High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Innovation Tech High School has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).

Is Innovation Tech High School a charter school?

No, Innovation Tech High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Innovation Tech High School a Title I school?

No, Innovation Tech High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
39 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
38 Some Transit
Bike Score
64 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
289
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Pima County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
56.4%
4-Year Graduation
69.5%

District

Tucson Unified District (4403)
District Enrollment
40,929
Schools in District
90
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,783
District Rank
#17 of 86

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