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Yuma High School

High School · Yuma Union High School District (4507)

400 S 6TH AVE, Yuma, AZ 85364

Enrollment

1,122

Student-Teacher

24.4:1

Score

5.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,475 of 2,006

In Yuma

#23 of 40

public schools

In district

#5 of 7

Yuma Union High School District (4507)

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Yuma High School

5.1/10

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

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About Yuma High School

Yuma High School is a public high school in Yuma, AZ, part of Yuma Union High School District (4507). Yuma High School serves approximately 1,122 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 24.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Yuma High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,475 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Yuma High School show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • District avg 5.3
  • AZ avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Yuma High School runs 24.4:1 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.

74% of students at Yuma 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 Progress5.8Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.36 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.3Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency20% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency21% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency21% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-16.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile24th
College Readiness7.2Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate88%
AP Participation16.7%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.2Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio24.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,302
Chronic Absenteeism73.7%

Yuma High School — Students at Yuma High School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 22.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 33.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
36%
ELA
59%
2010
Math
50%
ELA
65%
2011
Math
29%
ELA
56%
2012
Math
38%
ELA
65%
2013
Math
33%
ELA
66%
2014
Math
15%
ELA
24%
2015
Math
12%
ELA
14%
2016
Math
9%
ELA
15%
2017
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
20%
ELA
21%

* 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: 5.8/10.

How Yuma High School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.1/10
27th percentile in AZ
Academic
4.3/10
Below Average
Growth
5.8/10
Average
Environment
2.2/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.8
Sports
4
2 boys' · 2 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
24:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
73.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
16.7% participation·State avg: 2.8 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics4sports offered
2 boys'·2 girls'·33 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

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

Location

400 S 6TH AVE, Yuma, AZ 85364

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Yuma High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Yuma District One Digital Learning Academy (rated 7.7/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Alice Byrne Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, O C Johnson School (rated 6.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Yuma, see our Yuma schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
STEDY- Yuma HS Satellite Yuma 0.1 mi
Roosevelt School Yuma 0.2 mi 5.2
Fourth Avenue Junior High School Yuma 0.3 mi 5.0
Yuma District One Digital Learning Academy Yuma 0.3 mi 7.7
George Washington Carver Elementary School Yuma 0.4 mi 6.0
O C Johnson School Yuma 1.0 mi 6.6
Amerischools Academy North Phoenix 1.0 mi 6.5
Pecan Grove Elementary School Yuma 1.0 mi 4.3
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Yuma 1.2 mi 5.3
Alice Byrne Elementary School Yuma 1.5 mi 6.8
YUMA ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Yuma 1.5 mi
STEDY- Central Campus Yuma 1.5 mi
ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI SCHOOL Yuma 1.7 mi 5.7
Harvest Preparatory Academy Yuma 1.8 mi 4.9
AmeriSchools Academy - Yuma Phoenix 2.0 mi 6.0
R Pete Woodard Jr High School Yuma 2.3 mi 4.9
Ronald Reagan Fundamental School Yuma 2.1 mi 4.8
Gila Vista Jr High School Yuma 2.4 mi 3.9
Centennial Middle School Yuma 2.3 mi 4.7
C W Mcgraw Elementary School Yuma 2.5 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85364 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,497

Median Home Value

$204,300

Median Rent

$963/mo

Population

72,125

College Educated

17%

Homeownership

59.1%

Avg Commute

18.9 min

Poverty Rate

18.7%

Median Age

32.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Yuma High School

What grades does Yuma High School serve?

Yuma High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Yuma High School?

Yuma High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,122 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Yuma High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Yuma High School is 24.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Yuma High School rank in AZ?

Yuma High School ranks #1,475 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Yuma High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Yuma High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Yuma High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Yuma High School has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Yuma High School a charter school?

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

Is Yuma High School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
62 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
26 Some Transit
Bike Score
88 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,122
Student-Teacher Ratio
24.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Yuma County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
73.7%
4-Year Graduation
88.0%

District

Yuma Union High School District (4507)
District Enrollment
11,369
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,302
District Rank
#5 of 7

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