Palo Verde High Magnet School is located at 1302 South Avenida Vega in Terra Del Sol, Tucson, Arizona. The school has been open since 1962. Its current principal is Eric Brock. The school's name comes from the surrounding Palo Verde trees, native to Tucson.
Serving 676 students in grades 8-12, Palo Verde High Magnet 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 676 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palo Verde High Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Palo Verde High Magnet School's student population of 676 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
676 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Year Founded
1962
Colors
Royal blue, Gold
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 25, 2026
School Rankings
Palo Verde High Magnet 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 Palo Verde High Magnet School is 0.64, 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
#1247 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
54%
48%
Black
13%
6%
White
24%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-74%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Titans
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palo Verde High Magnet School's ranking?
Palo Verde High Magnet School is ranked #1247 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Palo Verde High Magnet School often compared to?
Palo Verde High Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sahuaro High School, Sabino High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Palo Verde High Magnet School?
The graduation rate of Palo Verde High Magnet School is 70-74%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Palo Verde High Magnet School?
676 students attend Palo Verde High Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Palo Verde High Magnet School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palo Verde High Magnet School?
Palo Verde High Magnet School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Palo Verde High Magnet School offer ?
Palo Verde High Magnet School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Palo Verde High Magnet School part of?
Palo Verde High Magnet School is part of Tucson Unified District (4403) School District.
In what neighborhood is Palo Verde High Magnet School located?
Palo Verde High Magnet School is located in the Terra Del Sol neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 3 other public schools located in Terra Del Sol.
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