San Luis High School is a high school in San Luis, Arizona, United States. It opened in 2002 and is part of the Yuma Union High School District. The school mascot is the sidewinder.
Serving 2,586 students in grades 9-12, San Luis 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 24% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,586 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 30% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
San Luis High School's student population of 2,586 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 102 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,586 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
102 teachers
Year Founded
2001
Colors
Black, Green
School Calendar
School Rankings
San Luis High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of San Luis High School is 0.00, 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
#1378 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
100%
48%
Black
n/a
6%
White
n/a
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
100%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Sidewinder
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Luis High School's ranking?
San Luis High School is ranked #1378 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are San Luis High School often compared to?
San Luis High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gila Ridge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of San Luis High School?
The graduation rate of San Luis High School is 91%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend San Luis High School?
2,586 students attend San Luis High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of San Luis High School students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of San Luis High School?
San Luis High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does San Luis High School offer ?
San Luis High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is San Luis High School part of?
San Luis High School is part of Yuma Union High School District (4507).
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