Excellent
#211 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 11% in state
Vail Academy & High School
School · Vail Unified District (4413)
PO BOX 800, Vail, AZ 85641
Enrollment
564
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
564
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#211 of 2,006
In Vail
#4 of 11
public schools
In district
#6 of 23
Vail Unified District (4413)
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Vail Academy & High School
Vail Academy & High School is a public school in Vail, AZ, part of Vail Unified District (4413). Vail Academy & High School serves approximately 564 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 5.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Vail Academy & High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #211 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Vail Academy & High School show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 7.7
- AZ avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 5.5:1 students to teachers, Vail Academy & High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Vail Academy & High School — Students at Vail Academy & High School score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
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: 8.7/10.
How Vail Academy & High School Compares
See how Vail Academy & 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
PO BOX 800, Vail, AZ 85641
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Vail Academy & High School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Esmond Station School (rated 9.2/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Tucson), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Vail Innovation Center (rated 9.1/10, 3.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Senita Valley Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 4.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Vail, see our Vail schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Desert Willow Elementary School Tucson | 2.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Mesquite Elementary School Tucson | 2.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Desert Sky Middle School Tucson | 2.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Cottonwood Elementary School Vail | 2.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Craycroft Elementary School Tucson | 3.9 mi | 3.2 |
| Empire High School Tucson | 3.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Billy Lane Lauffer Middle School Tucson | 4.0 mi | 2.7 |
| Vail Innovation Center Vail | 3.7 mi | 9.1 |
| Vail Blended Learning Tucson | 3.9 mi | 6.2 |
| PCJTED - Mica Mountain High School Tucson | 4.0 mi | — |
| Mica Mountain High Tucson | 4.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Esmond Station School Tucson | 4.4 mi | 9.2 |
| Rincon Vista Middle School Tucson | 4.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Senita Valley Elementary School Vail | 4.9 mi | 9.0 |
| Santa Rita High School Tucson | 5.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Civano Community K-8 School Tucson | 5.1 mi | 7.5 |
| PCJTED - Desert View High School Tucson | 5.2 mi | — |
| Desert View High School Tucson | 5.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Sonoran Science Academy East Tucson | 6.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Ford Elementary Tucson | 6.1 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85641 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$121,647
Median Home Value
$372,500
Median Rent
$1,829/mo
Population
31,665
College Educated
45.9%
Homeownership
93.3%
Avg Commute
32.5 min
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Median Age
39.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Vail Academy & High School
What grades does Vail Academy & High School serve?
Vail Academy & High School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Vail Academy & High School?
Vail Academy & High School has an enrollment of approximately 564 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Vail Academy & High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Vail Academy & High School is 5.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Vail Academy & High School rank in AZ?
Vail Academy & High School ranks #211 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Vail Academy & High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Vail Academy & High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Vail Academy & High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Vail Academy & High School has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Vail Academy & High School a charter school?
No, Vail Academy & High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Vail Academy & High School a Title I school?
No, Vail Academy & High School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 564
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 103
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Pima County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.0%
- Phone
- (520) 879-1900
- 4-Year Graduation
- 90%+
Resources & Links
District
Vail Unified District (4413)- District Enrollment
- 14,831
- Schools in District
- 23
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,071
- District Rank
- #6 of 23
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