Apache Junction High School
999 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Apache Junction High School (AJHS), located in Apache Junction, Arizona, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Apache Junction Unified School District. The school is committed to providing a comprehensive academic environment that prepares students for post-secondary success, whether they are pursuing higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. The campus environment emphasizes community engagement and school spirit, often referred to as the home of the "Prospectors," and it offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, performing arts, and student-led clubs, to foster well-rounded student development.
Academically, the school focuses on meeting state standards through a diverse curriculum that includes core subjects, elective options, and career and technical education (CTE) programs. By utilizing their official portal, students and parents can access essential resources, including school calendars, academic policies, and information on district initiatives. AJHS places a strong emphasis on maintaining a supportive culture, aiming to equip its students with the critical thinking and life skills necessary to thrive in an evolving global landscape.
Academically, the school focuses on meeting state standards through a diverse curriculum that includes core subjects, elective options, and career and technical education (CTE) programs. By utilizing their official portal, students and parents can access essential resources, including school calendars, academic policies, and information on district initiatives. AJHS places a strong emphasis on maintaining a supportive culture, aiming to equip its students with the critical thinking and life skills necessary to thrive in an evolving global landscape.
999
Total Students
41.0
Full-Time Teachers
24.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 520 |
| Hispanic | 417 |
| Black | 12 |
| Asian | 9 |
| Two or More | 33 |
| American Indian | 7 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White520 (52.1 %)
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Hispanic417 (41.7 %)
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Two or More33 (3.3 %)
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Black12 (1.2 %)
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Asian9 (0.9 %)
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American Indian7 (0.7 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Apache Junction Unified District (4443) |
| Phone: | (480)982-1110 |
| Website: | http://www.ajusd.org/ajhs |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 999 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 41.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 24.4 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
277
Grade 10
246
Grade 11
232
Grade 12
244
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 277 |
| Grade 10 | 246 |
| Grade 11 | 232 |
| Grade 12 | 244 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 453 | 45.3% |
| Male | 546 | 54.7% |
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