Show Low High School is a public high school in Show Low, Arizona. It is the only traditional high school under the jurisdiction of the Show Low Unified School District. The school enrolls an estimated 767 students in grades 9–12. Show Low's mascot is a cougar and its school colors are green and gold.
Serving 836 students in grades 3-12, Show Low High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 3-12
- Enrollment: 836 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Show Low High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Show Low High School's student population of 836 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
836 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1975
Colors
Gold, Forest Green
School Rankings
Show Low High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Show Low High School is 0.46, 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
#563 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
American Indian
4%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
22%
48%
Black
1%
6%
White
70%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
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: Cougars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Show Low High School's ranking?
Show Low High School is ranked #563 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Show Low High School often compared to?
Show Low High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blue Ridge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Show Low High School?
The graduation rate of Show Low High School is 90%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Show Low High School?
836 students attend Show Low High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Show Low High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Show Low High School?
Show Low High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Show Low High School offer ?
Show Low High School offers enrollment in grades 3-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Show Low High School part of?
Show Low High School is part of Show Low Unified District (4393) School District.
School Reviews
5 9/19/2015
Our grandson attends Show Low high school. He loves everything about it, except the lunches.
He hated going to school in Tucson. He has said many times that the staff cares about the kids.
He is a junior this year an said he will miss everyone when he graduates .He plays basketball, an enjoys going to volleyball an football games as well. He makes friends easily and there are a lot of great kids up here.
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