Sahuarita High School

Sahuarita High School serves 1,181 students in grades 9-12 in the growing community of Sahuarita, Arizona. With 58 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a 20.4:1 student-teacher ratio, providing students with reasonable access to individual attention during their high school years. Academically, Sahuarita High School ranks #672 out of 2,029 Arizona high schools, placing it in the 67th percentile statewide with a MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10.

The school demonstrates solid performance in core subjects, with 47% of students achieving proficiency in English Language Arts and Reading, while 42% reach proficiency in Mathematics. These results reflect steady academic progress with opportunities for continued growth. The school draws from an economically stable community where the median household income reaches $102,872 and home values average $284,700.

Families in the area are generally well-educated, with 36% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher, and the low poverty rate of 7.5% indicates a supportive environment for student learning. Sahuarita High School is positioned in a town setting on the fringe of an urban area, offering students the benefits of small-town community feel while maintaining access to broader metropolitan resources and opportunities.

The student-teacher ratio at Sahuarita High School is 20.4:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.