Serving 289 students in grades 9-12, Innovation Tech 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 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 289 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Innovation Tech High School's student population of 289 students has grown by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
289 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Innovation Tech 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 Innovation Tech High School is 0.28, 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
#1115 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
84%
48%
Black
2%
6%
White
11%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
77%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Innovation Tech High School's ranking?
Innovation Tech High School is ranked #1115 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 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Innovation Tech High School?
The graduation rate of Innovation Tech High School is 70-79%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Innovation Tech High School?
289 students attend Innovation Tech High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Innovation Tech High School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Innovation Tech High School?
Innovation Tech High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Innovation Tech High School offer ?
Innovation Tech High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Innovation Tech High School part of?
Innovation Tech High School is part of Tucson Unified District (4403) School District.
In what neighborhood is Innovation Tech High School located?
Innovation Tech High School is located in the South Park neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 3 other public schools located in South Park.
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