Rincon High School is a public high school in Tucson, Arizona. The school serves about 1,100 students in grades 9 to 12 in the Tucson Unified School District. Since 1985, the campus has been shared with University High School, a separate accelerated institution.
Serving 1,217 students in grades 8-12, Rincon 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 17% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 1,217 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Top 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rincon High School's student population of 1,217 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,217 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Year Founded
1958
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission is to ensure our students graduate with the skills and knowledge necessary for college and career success.
School Rankings
Rincon 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 Rincon High School is 0.62, 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
#1279 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
57%
48%
Black
12%
6%
White
20%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Ranger
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rincon High School's ranking?
Rincon High School is ranked #1279 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Rincon High School often compared to?
Rincon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like University High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rincon High School?
The graduation rate of Rincon High School is 84%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Rincon High School?
1,217 students attend Rincon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Rincon High School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rincon High School?
Rincon High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rincon High School offer ?
Rincon High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rincon High School part of?
Rincon High School is part of Tucson Unified District (4403) School District.
In what neighborhood is Rincon High School located?
Rincon High School is located in the Rincon University neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 3 other public schools located in Rincon University.
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