Flowing Wells High School is a secondary school in Tucson, Arizona. It is the primary high school in the Flowing Wells Unified School District, the other being Sentinel Peak High School.
Serving 1,708 students in grades 9-12, Flowing Wells High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,708 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Flowing Wells High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Flowing Wells High School's student population of 1,708 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,708 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Year Founded
1954
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Flowing Wells High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Flowing Wells High School is 0.43, 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
#625 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
73%
48%
Black
2%
6%
White
21%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
40%
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: Caballeros
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Flowing Wells High School's ranking?
Flowing Wells High School is ranked #625 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Flowing Wells High School often compared to?
Flowing Wells High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marana High School, Amphitheater High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Flowing Wells High School?
The graduation rate of Flowing Wells High School is 94%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Flowing Wells High School?
1,708 students attend Flowing Wells High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Flowing Wells High School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Flowing Wells High School?
Flowing Wells High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Flowing Wells High School offer ?
Flowing Wells High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Flowing Wells High School part of?
Flowing Wells High School is part of Flowing Wells Unified District (4405) School District.
In what neighborhood is Flowing Wells High School located?
Flowing Wells High School is located in the Flowing Wells neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 6 other public schools located in Flowing Wells.
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