Below Average
#1732 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Star Academic High School
High School · Sunnyside Unified District (4407)
5093 S LIBERTY AVE, Tucson, AZ 85706
Enrollment
303
Student-Teacher
30.3:1
Score
4.3
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
303
Student-Teacher
30.3:1
Score
4.3
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,732 of 2,006
In Tucson
#211 of 257
public schools
In district
#11 of 21
Sunnyside Unified District (4407)
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Star Academic High School
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About Star Academic High School
Star Academic High School is a public high school in Tucson, AZ, part of Sunnyside Unified District (4407). Star Academic High School serves approximately 303 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 30.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Star Academic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,732 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Star Academic High School show 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 5.2
- AZ avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Star Academic High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Star Academic High School runs 30.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Star Academic High School — Students at Star Academic High School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 24 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.3/10.
How Star Academic High School Compares
See how Star Academic High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
5093 S LIBERTY AVE, Tucson, AZ 85706
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Star Academic High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Pima Vocational High School (rated 7.5/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Alta Vista High School (rated 5.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Toltecali High School (rated 5.7/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pima County JTED - Star Tucson | 0.0 mi | — |
| Toltecali High School Tucson | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Pima Vocational High School Tucson | 0.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Apollo Middle School Tucson | 0.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Liberty Elementary School Tucson | 0.5 mi | 3.1 |
| La Paloma Academy-South Tucson | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| C E Rose Elementary School Tucson | 1.0 mi | 3.3 |
| Drexel Elementary School Tucson | 1.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Van Buskirk Elementary School Tucson | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Mission Manor Elementary School Tucson | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Hollinger K-8 School Tucson | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Tucson | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Rivera Elementary Tucson | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Pueblo High School Tucson | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Wakefield Middle School Tucson | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Southgate Academy Tucson | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Math and Science Success Academy Tucson | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Sierra 2-8 School Tucson | 1.7 mi | 3.3 |
| SAN MIGUEL HIGH SCHOOL Tucson | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Alta Vista High School Tucson | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85706 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,072
Median Home Value
$169,600
Median Rent
$981/mo
Population
56,022
College Educated
9.6%
Homeownership
57.9%
Avg Commute
22.3 min
Poverty Rate
23.1%
Median Age
29.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Star Academic High School
What grades does Star Academic High School serve?
Star Academic High School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Star Academic High School?
Star Academic High School has an enrollment of approximately 303 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Star Academic High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Star Academic High School is 30.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Star Academic High School rank in AZ?
Star Academic High School ranks #1,732 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Star Academic High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Star Academic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Star Academic High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Star Academic High School has 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Star Academic High School a charter school?
No, Star Academic High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Star Academic High School a Title I school?
No, Star Academic High School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 303
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 30.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Pima County
- Phone
- (520) 545-2300
- 4-Year Graduation
- 17.0%
Resources & Links
District
Sunnyside Unified District (4407)- District Enrollment
- 14,144
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,153
- District Rank
- #11 of 21
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