For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,593 students in 85749, AZ.
The top ranked public high schools in 85749, AZ are Tanque Verde High School and Sabino High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 85749 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 45% statewide average). High schools in 85749, AZ have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arizona public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 85749 have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the Arizona average of 78%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Tanque Verde High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arizona or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85749, AZ Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tanque Verde High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4201 N Melpomene Way
Tucson, AZ 85749
(520) 760-0801
Tucson, AZ 85749
(520) 760-0801
Gr: 9-12 | 730 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Sabino High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5000 N Bowes Rd
Tucson, AZ 85749
(520) 584-7700
Tucson, AZ 85749
(520) 584-7700
Gr: 7-12 | 863 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 85749, AZ?
The top ranked public high schools in 85749, AZ include Tanque Verde High School and Sabino High School.
How many public high schools are located in 85749?
2 public high schools are located in 85749.
What is the racial composition of students in 85749?
85749 public high schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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