School Overview
Catalina Foothills High School (CFHS), located in the scenic foothills of Tucson, Arizona, is widely regarded as one of the premier public secondary institutions in the state. Serving students in the Catalina Foothills School District, the school is consistently recognized for its rigorous academic standards, high graduation rates, and a strong culture of college readiness. The campus is known for fostering an environment that balances challenging coursework—including a robust International Baccalaureate (IB) program and a wide variety of Advanced Placement (AP) offerings—with comprehensive support for student intellectual and personal growth.

Beyond academics, CFHS boasts a vibrant campus life that emphasizes a "well-rounded student" philosophy. The school offers an extensive range of extracurricular activities, including highly competitive athletic programs, award-winning performing and visual arts departments, and diverse student-led clubs. By prioritizing both academic excellence and community involvement, Catalina Foothills High School maintains a reputation for preparing its graduates for success at top-tier universities and professional environments while remaining deeply integrated into the Tucson community.
1,887
Total Students
94.6
Full-Time Teachers
19.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Catalina Foothills High School
Demographic Student Count
White1,028
Hispanic547
Black53
Asian125
Two or More129
American Indian4
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    1,028 (54.5 %)
  • Hispanic
    547 (29.0 %)
  • Two or More
    129 (6.8 %)
  • Asian
    125 (6.6 %)
  • Black
    53 (2.8 %)
  • American Indian
    4 (0.2 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (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: Catalina Foothills Unified District (4410)
Phone: (520)209-8300
Website: http://cfhs.cfsd16.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,887
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 94.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 19.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 469
Grade 10 503
Grade 11 450
Grade 12 465

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Catalina Foothills High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9469
Grade 10503
Grade 11450
Grade 12465
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Catalina Foothills High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female89647.5%
Male99152.5%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)