IRONWOOD RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL

Ironwood Ridge High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Amphitheater Unified District (4406) school district, located in Tucson, AZ with about 1,717 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 77 teachers, Ironwood Ridge High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Ironwood Ridge High School (IRHS), located in Oro Valley, a suburb of Tucson, Arizona, is a premier secondary institution within the Amphitheater Public School District. Since its opening in 2001, the school has established a strong reputation for academic excellence, consistently earning high rankings and state accolades for its rigorous curriculum. Serving a diverse student body, the school offers a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, specialized career and technical education programs, and extensive elective options designed to prepare students for both higher education and the modern workforce.

Beyond the classroom, Ironwood Ridge is widely recognized for its robust extracurricular culture. The school boasts a highly competitive athletics program, frequently winning state championships across various sports, alongside a distinguished fine arts department that includes award-winning band, orchestra, and theater programs. By fostering a well-rounded environment that balances academic rigor with student engagement in clubs, sports, and community service, Ironwood Ridge maintains a supportive "Nighthawk" school spirit and a strong commitment to cultivating responsible, high-achieving graduates.

For more information, contact Ironwood Ridge High School at (520) 696-5000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.