Valley Union High School is a high school in Elfrida, Arizona. It is the only school in the Valley Union High School District.
Serving 71 students in grades 9-12, Valley Union High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 71 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley Union High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Valley Union High School's student population of 71 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
71 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Colors
White, Blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Valley Union High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley Union High School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1411 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
45%
49%
Black
n/a
6%
White
52%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Blue Devil
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Union High School's ranking?
Valley Union High School is ranked #1411 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Valley Union High School?
The graduation rate of Valley Union High School is 80%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Valley Union High School?
71 students attend Valley Union High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Valley Union High School students are White, 45% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley Union High School?
Valley Union High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Valley Union High School offer ?
Valley Union High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Valley Union High School part of?
Valley Union High School is part of Valley Union High School District (4190).
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