Tucson High Magnet School, commonly referred to as THMS, THS, or Tucson High, is a public high school in Tucson, Arizona. It is part of the Tucson Unified School District with magnet programs in Technology, Visual Arts, and Performing Arts.
Serving 3,039 students in grades 8-12, Tucson Magnet High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 3,039 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tucson Magnet High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Tucson Magnet High School's student population of 3,039 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 172 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
3,039 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
172 teachers
Year Founded
1892
Colors
White, Red
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tucson Magnet 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 Tucson Magnet High School is 0.47, 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
#873 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
4%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
71%
48%
Black
6%
6%
White
14%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Badger
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tucson Magnet High School's ranking?
Tucson Magnet High School is ranked #873 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Tucson Magnet High School often compared to?
Tucson Magnet High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like City High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tucson Magnet High School?
The graduation rate of Tucson Magnet High School is 87%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Tucson Magnet High School?
3,039 students attend Tucson Magnet High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Tucson Magnet High School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tucson Magnet High School?
Tucson Magnet High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tucson Magnet High School offer ?
Tucson Magnet High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tucson Magnet High School part of?
Tucson Magnet High School is part of Tucson Unified District (4403) School District.
In what neighborhood is Tucson Magnet High School located?
Tucson Magnet High School is located in the Pie Allen neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Pie Allen.
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