Andrada Polytechnic High School

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Andrada Polytechnic High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
12960 S Houghton Rd,  Tucson, AZ
Vail Unified School District
4.3
4.8
920 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Darcy Mentone
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Average SAT Score
1280
Average ACT Score
25
Math Proficiency
54%
Reading Proficiency
61%
Average GPA
3.59
Graduation Rate
97%

Niche Grade

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

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.59
Reading Proficiency
61%
Math Proficiency
54%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
59
Full Time Teachers
56
Part Time Teachers
3
Teachers in First or Second Year
15%
College Prep
Average SAT
1280
Math
640
Verbal
640
Average ACT
25
Math
24
English
26
Reading
26
Science
24
Number of AP Courses
10
AP Pass Rate
34%
AP Math Enrollment
Average
AP Science Enrollment
Average
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
40%
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

10
Equity
7
College Readiness
Source: GreatSchools
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Test Scores

Science
43%
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.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
145:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.7%
Female
48.3%
White
52.3%
Male
51.7%
Female
48.3%
Hispanic
34.9%
Economically disadvantaged
32.7%
Two or more races
8.6%
Black
2.6%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
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 248 Students
Northern Arizona University 178 Students
Arizona State University 105 Students
Pima Community College 94 Students
Grand Canyon University 79 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 38 Students
Arizona State University - Polytechnic Campus 37 Students
New Mexico State University 34 Students
University of New Mexico 33 Students
Arizona State University - West Campus 31 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 45 Students
Psychology 33 Students
Engineering 28 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 23 Students
Veterinary Sciences 20 Students
Mechanical Engineering 19 Students
Business 16 Students
Biology 16 Students
Criminology 15 Students
Animation, Video Graphics and Special Effects 15 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.3 67 Reviews
5.0 Junior
1/9/2025
Andrada has been a great school for me and my high school life. I have made lots of friends and connected with so many people. The teachers are so supportive and love to help you out. I've learned a lot from this school and I'm glad I chose this high school as my own.
4.0 Alum
1/28/2023
Most of the teachers there were always friendly and willing to help. I enjoyed how all of my teachers cared so much about each student and were passionate about the subjects they taught
5.0 Works Here
12/20/2022
Andrada does a wonderful job of preparing student for careers and college. They have an excellent automotive internship program that leads directly into employment. They also offer dual credits for Pima Community College.
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GreatSchools Reviews
4.8 28 Reviews
5.0 parent
11/8/2025
This school is so impressive!! I have a sophomore that is in both the auto pathway but is also taking the engineering class. His counselor listened to what his goals after high school are and suggested this route and I am so grateful! We went to an event at the high school called the Halloween Festi...
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5.0 parent
12/27/2022
My daughter is currently a sophomore at Andrada and we have loved the last two years! All of the teachers my daughter has had are great and very supportive especially in the honors and AP classes. The pathways give students the opportunity to learn to think for themselves and give real life experien...
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5.0 parent
12/20/2022
Andrada has been a wonderful place to be at simply because of the sense of community that is brought to students and teachers. The teachers are 100% dedicated to their students and it is noticeable through their teaching and instruction. The teachers are supportive of the students in everything that...
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5.0 parent
12/20/2022
Fantastic place with amazing staff and students. Very welcoming place where everyone is invested in the students and want them to succeed.
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Andrada Polytechnic High School

Andrada Polytechnic High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Tucson, AZ and is served by the Vail Unified School District in Arizona. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 920 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Academic records show that 54% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 61% are proficient in reading. Andrada Polytechnic High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 9 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.59, the graduation rate is 97%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1280 and an ACT score of 25. Discover additional schools in the area, like Pcjted - Andrada Polytechnic High School, Corona Foothills Middle School, Sycamore Elementary School, and more. Learn more about what Tucson has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Andrada Polytechnic High School.

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