Cholla High School

Cholla High School

Public Middle, High School | Grade 8-12
2001 W Starr Pass Blvd,  Tucson, AZ
'A' Mountain Neighborhood
Tucson Unified School District
3.7
3.9
1,714 Students
B-
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Average SAT Score
1030
Average ACT Score
21
Math Proficiency
17%
Reading Proficiency
18%
Average GPA
3.19
Graduation Rate
85%

Niche Grade

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

Academics
Average GPA
3.19
Reading Proficiency
18%
Math Proficiency
17%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers
99
Full Time Teachers
99
Teachers in First or Second Year
0.9%
College Prep
Average SAT
1030
Math
500
Verbal
530
Average ACT
21
Math
20
English
22
Reading
22
Science
21
Number of AP Courses
5
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

4
Equity
4
College Readiness
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Science
13%
State Average
31%
Math
6%
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
412:1

Student Diversity

Male
53.3%
Female
46.7%
Economically disadvantaged
86.2%
Hispanic
79.8%
Male
53.3%
Female
46.7%
Limited English proficient
10.8%
White
8.1%
Native American
7.4%
Black
2.5%
Two or more races
1.2%

Specialty School Programs

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 562 Students
Northern Arizona University 331 Students
Arizona State University 274 Students
Pima Community College 257 Students
Grand Canyon University 185 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 112 Students
Arizona State University - West Campus 95 Students
University of San Diego 92 Students
University of New Mexico 88 Students
New Mexico State University 73 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 73 Students
Nursing 71 Students
Psychology 68 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 56 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 39 Students
Engineering 32 Students
Biology 30 Students
Family Practice and Pediatric Nursing 27 Students
Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences 27 Students
Nursing Assistant 25 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.7 313 Reviews
5.0 Sophomore
10/1/2024
I think Cholla is an amazing school. People tend to have a negative view towards it, but I don't think it should be that way. We have passionate teachers that do everything within their power to support students in any way possible and that encourage us to ask questions, always. The teachers believe more in us than we believe in ourselves. I have met some of the smartest people in that school, I'd even dare to call them geniuses because that's what they are. The sad part is that they hide that but if you look deep within, you'll realize it's there. I think something that differentiate us is the courses we offer. My personal favorite the IB Diploma. This course changes the way we think and ask questions that leave us thinking beyond. I think that the major thing that comes out of this is the growth mindset and the skills we learn there whether we choose to attend college or not will be used further in life. We also have an incredible sports medicine program; I wish I could write more.
3.0 Senior
4/1/2024
Overall I had a roller coaster experience. Due to the uncommitted administration my senior cheer season was cut very short after issues the staff did not attempt to resolve. As for the teachers all my experiences with them have been very good.
5.0 Senior
3/7/2024
The best parts of my experience are all the activities the school does. Dances like homecoming were really fun and the football games. I enjoyed a lot of my classes throughout the years. The teachers here really improved a lot of my experience, and I think they're really a big part of why I had a lot of fun here.
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3.9 13 Reviews
4.0 other
10/7/2025
This school was only wonderful if you took the IB classes, AVID, or dual enrollment. The teachers in those classes are helpful and they WANT to teach. If you are planning on enrolling your child to this school, have them enroll in IB, especially IB history.
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1.0 other
7/29/2025
when I was a student at this school, the staff never cared for the students, bullies were rampant and violent. students were disrupting class and the teachers did nothing but allow it to happen and often times quit teaching because of the students misbehavior. some of the teachers would even ignore...
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5.0 student
3/4/2023
Teachers here can be very supportive, they engage closely with students. Students here often just float through high school a normal rate, I would say the school has gotten better over time.
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5.0 parent
12/28/2020
This is a great school! Lots of projects are taking place during Covid. New floors, lots of painting, gym redone and more. This school offers the IB program that all kids can try and earn free college credit. My child is doing amazing here!
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Cholla High School

Cholla High School is a public school for students in grades 8-12 in Tucson, AZ and is served by the Tucson Unified School District in Arizona. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,714 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Academic records show that 17% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 18% are proficient in reading. Cholla High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.19, the graduation rate is 85%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1030 and an ACT score of 21. The average home value in this area is $279,926. Discover additional schools in the area, like Pima County Jted/Pima Community College, Tucson International Academy, Tia West, and more. Learn more about what Tucson has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Cholla High School.

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