Walden Grove High School is the second comprehensive high school in the town of Sahuarita, Arizona, operated by the Sahuarita Unified School District. It opened in August 2011 to freshmen and sophomores.
Serving 1,154 students in grades 9-12, Walden Grove High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,154 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 30% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walden Grove High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Walden Grove High School's student population of 1,154 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,154 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Year Founded
2011
School Calendar
School Rankings
Walden Grove High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walden Grove High School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#585 out of 1956 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
59%
48%
Black
2%
6%
White
33%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Red Wolves
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walden Grove High School's ranking?
Walden Grove High School is ranked #585 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Walden Grove High School often compared to?
Walden Grove High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sahuarita High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Walden Grove High School?
The graduation rate of Walden Grove High School is 91%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Walden Grove High School?
1,154 students attend Walden Grove High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Walden Grove High School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walden Grove High School?
Walden Grove High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Walden Grove High School offer ?
Walden Grove High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Walden Grove High School part of?
Walden Grove High School is part of Sahuarita Unified District (4411) School District.
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