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Best 85705 Arizona Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public high schools serving 7,102 students in 85705, AZ.
The top-ranked public high schools in 85705, AZ are Academy Of Math And Science, Tucson Preparatory School and Flowing Wells High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 85705 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 45% statewide average). High schools in 85705, AZ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 85705 have a Graduation Rate of 69%, which is less than the Arizona average of 78%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Flowing Wells High School, with 92% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arizona or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Best 85705, AZ Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Academy Of Math And Science
Charter School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1557 W Prince Rd
Tucson, AZ 85705
(520) 293-2676
Gr: K-12 | 580 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #22.
Tucson Preparatory School
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
104 E Prince Rd
Tucson, AZ 85705
(520) 622-4185
Gr: 9-12 | 80 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #33.
Flowing Wells High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
3725 N Flowing Wells Rd
Tucson, AZ 85705
(520) 696-8001
Gr: 9-12 | 1,742 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #44.
Envision High School
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
351 W. Prince Rd.
Tucson, AZ 85705
(520) 887-0045
Gr: 9-12 | 89 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #55.
Tucson Magnet High School
Magnet School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
400 N 2nd Ave
Tucson, AZ 85705
(520) 225-5000
Gr: 8-12 | 2,938 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #66.
Rillito Center
Special Education School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
266 E Pastime Rd
Tucson, AZ 85705
(520) 696-6420
Gr: PK-12 | 59 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #77.
Flowing Wells Digital Campus
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1556 W Prince Rd
Tucson, AZ 85705
(520) 696-8900
Gr: K-12 | 31 students Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #88.
Alternative Computerized Education (Ace) Charter High School
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1929 N Stone Ave
Tucson, AZ 85705
(520) 628-8316
Gr: 9-12 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 93:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #99.
Pima Partnership School The
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1346 N Stone Ave
Tucson, AZ 85705
(520) 917-7880
Gr: 9-12 | 86 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1010.
Amphitheater High School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
125 W Yavapai Rd
Tucson, AZ 85705
(520) 696-5340
Gr: 9-12 | 996 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 87%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 85705, AZ?
The top-ranked public high schools in 85705, AZ include Academy Of Math And Science, Tucson Preparatory School and Flowing Wells High School.
How many public high schools are located in 85705?
11 public high schools are located in 85705.
What is the racial composition of students in 85705?
85705 public high schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

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