For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public high schools serving 2,367 students in 85711, AZ.
The top-ranked public high schools in 85711, AZ are University High School, Pima Prevention Partnership-tucson and Mary Meredith K-12 School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 85711 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 45% statewide average). High schools in 85711, AZ have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arizona public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 85711 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Arizona average of 78%.
The school with highest graduation rate is University High School, with 98% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arizona or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85711, AZ Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
University High School
(Math: 96% | Reading: 95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
421 N Arcadia Ave
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 232-5900
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 232-5900
Gr: 8-12 | 1,001 student Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #22.
Pima Prevention Partnership-tucson
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
924 N Alvernon Way
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 917-7880
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 917-7880
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Mary Meredith K-12 School
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
755 N Magnolia Ave
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 232-8200
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 232-8200
Gr: K-12 | 25 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Sky Islands
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6000 E 14th St
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 382-9210
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 382-9210
Gr: 9-12 | 81 students Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #55.
Rincon High School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
421 N Arcadia Ave
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 232-5600
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 232-5600
Gr: 8-12 | 1,217 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: n/an/a
Arizona Autism Charter School -tucson Upper School Campus
Special Education School
Charter School
Charter School
1300 S Belvedere Ave
Tucson, AZ 85711
(602) 882-5544
Tucson, AZ 85711
(602) 882-5544
Gr: 6-12 | 43 students Minority enrollment: 68%
85711, Arizona 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Changemaker High School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
1300 S Belvedere Ave
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 615-2200
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 615-2200
Gr: 9-12 | 47 students Minority enrollment: 91%
5949 East 29th St
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 225-6060
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 225-6060
Gr: PK-5 | 406 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Mary Meredith High School (Closed 2011)
Special Education School
755 North Magnolia Avenue
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 225-6060
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 225-6060
Gr: K-12
4355 Calle Aurora
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 225-6060
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 225-6060
Gr: PK-5 | 393 students Student-teacher ratio: 56:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 85711, AZ?
The top-ranked public high schools in 85711, AZ include University High School, Pima Prevention Partnership-tucson and Mary Meredith K-12 School.
How many public high schools are located in 85711?
6 public high schools are located in 85711.
What is the racial composition of students in 85711?
85711 public high schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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