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Tucson Unified School District

University High School

#8 in Best Public High Schools in Arizona
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 8-12
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 443 reviews
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A+
    2. Diversity
      A
    3. Teachers
      A
    4. College Prep
      A+
    5. Clubs & Activities
      B-
    6. Health & Safety
      A
    7. Administration
      A-
    8. Sports
      B+
    9. Food
      C
    10. Resources & Facilities
      C-
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    University High School is a top rated, public school located in Tucson, AZ. It has 1,096 students in grades 8-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 22 to 1. According to state test scores, 99% of students are at least proficient in math and 99% in reading.
    Address
    421 N Arcadia Blvd.
    Tucson, AZ 85711
    Telephone
    (520) 225-6060
    Website
    tusd1.org/uhs
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    University High School Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    99%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    99%
    Average Graduation Rate
    99%
    Average SAT
    1350
    418 responses
    Average ACT
    30
    249 responses
    AP Enrollment
    100%
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    Living in the Area
    B+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      B-
    2. Good for Families
      B
    3. Housing
      C+
    Median Household Income
    $39,617
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $801
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $137,600
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    A
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    83%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.46 responses
    Poll
    78%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.46 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 182 responses
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    • The Senior Mock Election Debates.
      26%
    • Inaugural
      19%
    • Green Elephant Sale
      14%
    • Boost
      13%
    • Football half-time shows
      8%
    • U of A Band Day
      7%
    • Graduation
      6%

    Students

    Diversity
    A
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    1,096
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    19%
    89%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.47 responses
    85%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.47 responses
    66%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.47 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    22:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $44,145
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    21.3%
    83%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.66 responses
    86%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.66 responses
    85%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.66 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    B-
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Average
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Average
    Expenses Per Student
    $8,279/ year
    National
    $12,239
    91%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.68 responses
    34%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.68 responses
    87%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.68 responses
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    University High School is a wonderful community where students can feel like themselves. The school itself sets a high integrity for their students. UHS holds the most amazing teachers who are extremely educated in their subject and are always willing to help the students better understand the material. They take lots of their time to go above the set standards in order to make the students feel comfortable in their environment. It would be nice to see University High School increase interactive learning on the campus rather the whole curriculum be based off of lecture and homework. UHS offers many college AP classes in order to prepare students for college and to provide college classes. Overall, UHS has the best students and teachers that make the school a better place to have fun while learning.
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    I liked the academic rigor of University High School, and that the classes at this school are organized to be college preparatory and beneficial to our futures. I also like the staff of teachers and counselors at this school, and how they are supportive and helpful. They genuinely care and cater to each student’s needs and abilities, and is able to work with them individually. I disliked this school’s overall competitive, pressuring and stressful atmosphere. Being one of top high schools in the nation, there is a strong sense to be the best and as a result students such as myself become very stressed with the workload and pressure. This has taken a toll on my mental health. However, as mentioned before, the teachers and counselors are extremely supportive and willing to be understandable and flexible.
    I love my experience so far at University High School. Not only does this school challenge me academically, but socially too. University High School offers rich extracurricular courses such as: performing arts, debate club, local service outreaches and more! The students who attend University High School are outstanding classmates who push you to be the best you. The teachers at this school are some of the most helpful and kindest people you will ever meet. I would love for University High School to be able to have a separate campus, because our student number is rising and we are at maximum student capacity right now. Other than that, my high school is one of the best, nationally ranked at number 13, and my second home.