Alta Vista High School

Alta Vista High School

Charter High School | Grade 9-12
5040 S Campbell Ave,  Tucson, AZ
4.1
4.3
464 Students
C+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Alicia Alvarez
Student Teacher Ratio
22:1
Average ACT Score
20
Math Proficiency
17%
Reading Proficiency
21%
Average GPA
3.16
Graduation Rate
77%

Niche Grade

C+
Academics
A
Teachers
B-
College Prep
A
Administration
A-
Resources/Facilities
C+
Clubs and Activities
C+
Sports
B+
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.16
Reading Proficiency
21%
Math Proficiency
17%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
22:1
Teachers
23
Full Time Teachers
23
Teachers in First or Second Year
31.2%
College Prep
Average ACT
20
Math
20
English
20
Reading
20
Science
19
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Science
14%
State Average
31%
Math
14%
State Average
44%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Student Diversity

Female
51.2%
Male
48.8%
Hispanic
94.1%
Economically disadvantaged
92.9%
Female
51.2%
Male
48.8%
Limited English proficient
22.1%
White
2.8%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Arizona 135 Students
Pima Community College 109 Students
Northern Arizona University 69 Students
Arizona State University 52 Students
Grand Canyon University 49 Students
Pima Medical Institute - Tucson 29 Students
New Mexico State University 19 Students
Arizona State University - West Campus 17 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 14 Students
Phoenix College 12 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 22 Students
Nursing 22 Students
Psychology 14 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 13 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 13 Students
Nursing Science, Education, and Practice 9 Students
Family Practice and Pediatric Nursing 8 Students
Medical Assistant 8 Students
Nursing Assistant 7 Students
Licensed Practical Nurse Training (LPN) 7 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.1 107 Reviews
5.0 Senior
5/12/2023
Alta vista is a great school. It is great for those who are eager to learn more about the world and college readiness.
4.0 Senior
4/24/2022
Itis a good school that helps you prepare for college, it doesn't have sport opportunities and has little clubs, but overall its good.
5.0 Alum
1/15/2020
In all honesty I enjoyed the overall experience at Alta Vista. This was the place that help me shape who I really am and the place where I meet great people who are such a great influence in my life,
GreatSchools Reviews
4.3 55 Reviews
1.0 parent
2/27/2024
YOU WILL NEVER UNDERSTAND THE DAMAGE YOU ALL DID TO SOMEONE UNTIL THE SAME THING IS DONE TO ALL OF YOU THAT'S WHY I AM HERE.-KARMA
1.0 parent
12/8/2022
I had to take my son out of that school, Principal (Mrs Alvarez) is the Farthest Rude human being person ever!!! Now They have Uniform Requirements which I didn’t mind at first but just because my son was wearing plain zip up sweater due to weather being so cold She told him to take it off due to Un...
1.0 parent
11/17/2022
My experience as a parent with the school especially the principal and drop out prevention specialist has been a nightmare. Thier inconsistent stories and rude and aggressive tactics with not only a parent but my student has made me regret sending my child to this place, because I wouldn't even call...
5.0 parent
1/18/2022
What made my experience at Alta Vista High School unique was the different clubs and programs, the support, benefits, and opportunities that others and I can obtain. There's a variety of clubs that one can settle into, such as Math League, Mesa Club, and Gaming Club. Programs such as Youth Entrepren...

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Alta Vista High School is a charter school for students in grades 9-12 located at 5040 S Campbell Ave in Tucson, AZ. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 464 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 22:1. Academic records show that 17% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 21% are proficient in reading. Alta Vista High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.16, the graduation rate is 77%, and the average ACT score is 20. The average home value in this area is $242,628. Discover additional schools in the area, like Toltecali High School, Southgate Academy, Pcjted - Sunnyside High School, and more. Learn more about what Tucson has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Alta Vista High School.

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