Compass High School is a public charter high school in Tucson, Arizona, founded in 2001. The school was founded by Debbie and John Ferguson and is currently operated by her children, with her son, Kerk Ferguson as the active Director and Manager of the school's operations.
Serving 452 students in grades 9-12, Compass High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11-19% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: 30-34% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Compass High School's student population of 452 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
452 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Year Founded
2001
School Calendar
School Rankings
Compass High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Compass High School is 0.63, 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
#1655 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
43%
48%
Black
6%
6%
White
43%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
30-34%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
1%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Navigators (alligators)
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Compass High School's ranking?
Compass High School is ranked #1655 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Compass High School?
The graduation rate of Compass High School is 30-34%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Compass High School?
452 students attend Compass High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Compass High School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Compass High School offer ?
Compass High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Compass High School part of?
Compass High School is part of Compass High School Inc. (79467) School District.
In what neighborhood is Compass High School located?
Compass High School is located in the Pantano Parkview neighborhood of Tucson, AZ.
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