For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,136 students in 85621, AZ.
The top ranked public high schools in 85621, AZ are Nogales High School, Pierson High School and Nusd Online. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 85621 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 45% statewide average). High schools in 85621, AZ have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 85621 have a Graduation Rate of 83%, which is more than the Arizona average of 78%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Nogales High School, with 94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arizona or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85621, AZ Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nogales High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1905 N Apache Blvd
Nogales, AZ 85621
(520) 377-2021
Nogales, AZ 85621
(520) 377-2021
Gr: 9-12 | 1,795 student Student-teacher ratio: 25:1
Rank: #22.
Pierson High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
451 N. Arroyo Blvd
Nogales, AZ 85621
(520) 287-0915
Nogales, AZ 85621
(520) 287-0915
Gr: 9-12 | 155 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
Rank: #33.
Nusd Online
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
451 N Arroyo Blvd
Nogales, AZ 85621
(520) 287-0915
Nogales, AZ 85621
(520) 287-0915
Gr: K-12 | 186 students Student-teacher ratio: 186:1
85621, Arizona 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Aoc-santa Cruz County Juvenile Detention Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1260 N Hohokam Dr
Nogales, AZ 85621
(520) 375-8193
Nogales, AZ 85621
(520) 375-8193
Gr: 3-12
Nogales Special Programs (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
310 W Plum St
Nogales, AZ 85621
(520) 287-0800
Nogales, AZ 85621
(520) 287-0800
Gr: Inquire with school | 58 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 85621, AZ?
The top ranked public high schools in 85621, AZ include Nogales High School, Pierson High School and Nusd Online.
How many public high schools are located in 85621?
3 public high schools are located in 85621.
What is the racial composition of students in 85621?
85621 public high schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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