Best 85716 Arizona Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public high schools serving 2,953 students in 85716, AZ.
The top-ranked public high schools in 85716, AZ are Basis Tucson Primary, Edge High School - Northwest and Southern Arizona Community Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 85716 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 45% statewide average). High schools in 85716, AZ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arizona public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 85716 have a Graduation Rate of 40%, which is less than the Arizona average of 78%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Catalina High School, with 65-69% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arizona or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Best 85716, AZ Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Basis Tucson Primary
Charter School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
3825 E 2nd St
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 326-6367
Gr: K-12 | 785 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Edge High School - Northwest
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
231 W Giaconda Way Ste 113
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 877-9179
Gr: 9-12 | 62 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Southern Arizona Community Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2470 N Tucson Blvd
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 319-6113
Gr: 9-12 | 64 students Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #44.
Amerischools Academy - Tucson
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1150 N Country Club Rd
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 620-1100
Gr: K-12 | 167 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #55.
Tucson Unified Virtual Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
3645 E Pima St
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 232-8770
Gr: K-12 | 1,184 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #66.
Edge High School - Himmel Park
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2555 E 1st St # 111
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 881-1389
Gr: 9-12 | 86 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #77.
Catalina High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3645 E Pima St
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 232-8400
Gr: 8-12 | 580 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: n/an/a
Saca Online
Charter School
2470 N Tucson Blvd
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 319-6113
Gr: 9-12 | 25 students Minority enrollment: 80%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 85716, AZ?
The top-ranked public high schools in 85716, AZ include Basis Tucson Primary, Edge High School - Northwest and Southern Arizona Community Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 85716?
8 public high schools are located in 85716.
What is the racial composition of students in 85716?
85716 public high schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

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