UNIVERSITY HIGH SCHOOL
University High School is a public high school that is part of the Tucson Unified District (4403) school district, located in Tucson, AZ with about 1,100 students offering grade levels from 8th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 53 teachers, University High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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.
University High School (UHS), located in Tucson, Arizona, is a premier college-preparatory magnet school within the Tucson Unified School District. Consistently ranked among the top high schools in both the state and the nation, UHS is renowned for its rigorous academic environment and commitment to fostering high-achieving, motivated students. The school shares a campus with Rincon High School, allowing students to benefit from a focused, specialized curriculum while also participating in a broader range of extracurricular activities and sports.
The academic culture at University High is heavily centered on Advanced Placement (AP) coursework and a challenging honors curriculum designed to prepare students for top-tier university studies. Beyond the classroom, the school promotes a diverse and inclusive community, encouraging students to engage in a wide array of clubs, academic competitions, and leadership opportunities. By prioritizing intellectual growth and critical thinking, University High School serves as a vital resource for Tucson’s academically gifted students, consistently producing graduates who excel in higher education and beyond.
For more information, contact University High School at (520) 225-6060 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 225-6060
http://edweb.tusd.k12.az.us/uhs
UNIVERSITY HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Tucson, AZ with about 1,100 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Arizona
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Tucson Unified District (4403)
- Total Students:
- 1,100
- Teachers:
- 53.8
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 1,100 students
- White
- 46.5%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 35.2%
- Asian
- 9.9%
- Two or more races
- 7.1%
- Black or African American
- 1.2%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.1%
- Female
- 59.6%
- Male
- 40.4%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.