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Ajo High School

Summary:

Ajo High School is a small public high school serving grades 9-12 in the town of Ajo, Arizona, with a student population of 135 as of the 2022-2023 school year. The school's racial makeup is predominantly Hispanic (76.3%), with smaller percentages of White (14.07%), Native American (5.19%), and other racial groups.

Ajo High School's performance has been variable over the years, with its statewide ranking fluctuating between 162 out of 406 Arizona high schools in 2015-2016 and 392 out of 464 in 2021-2022. The school's academic achievement, as measured by proficiency rates in standardized tests, is generally below the state average, with particularly low performance in Mathematics and English Language Arts on the ACT test in 2021-2022. However, the school's graduation rate has been relatively high, ranging from 81.8% to 94.8% in recent years.

Ajo High School serves a population with significant economic disadvantages, as indicated by the high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 64.15% to 68.15% in recent years. The school's per-student spending has increased over the years, but the fluctuations in the student-teacher ratio, from 10.6 to 38.5, suggest potential challenges in maintaining a stable and well-resourced teaching staff. These factors may contribute to the school's overall performance and the need for targeted interventions and support to address the underlying challenges faced by the students.


Detail:

Public 9-12

 111 N Well Rd
       Ajo, AZ  85321-1840

(520) 387-5618

District: Ajo Unified District


Feeder schools for Ajo High School:

Elementary:    Ajo Elementary School

Student/teacher ratio:  22.3 Help
Number of students:  134

Racial breakdown:

Hispanic:
67.9%
White:
17.2%
American Indian:
8.2%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  68.1% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Ajo High School is not ranked due for the most recent year due to insufficient test score data. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 44.63. (See more...)
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The four-year cohort graduation rate measures the percentage of students at Ajo High School who earn a standard high school diploma within four years of starting ninth grade.
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The high school dropout rate measures the percentage of students who do not complete their high school education.
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: Hispanic (67.9%), White (17.2%), American Indian (8.2%). (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Ajo High School is 22.3. (See more...)
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Rank History for Ajo High School

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Rank History for all students at Ajo High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2009 47.40 216th 395 45.3%
2010 27.98 292nd 403 27.5%
2011 49.92 204th 397 48.6%
2012 40.09 283rd 471 39.9%
2013 41.19 284th 491 42.2%
2014 52.46 199th 394 49.5%
2016 47.07 162nd 406 60.1%
2017 29.71 245th 416 41.1%
2018 38.05 200th 420 52.4%
2019 25.43 206th 285 27.7%
2021 36.28 279th 509 45.2%
2022 15.15 392nd 464 15.5%
2023 44.63 219th 469 53.3%
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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Ajo High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 44.58 29th 312 90.7%
2022 41.67 53rd 258 79.5%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Ajo High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 31.85 212th 422 49.8%
2022 32.37 192nd 380 49.5%
2023 99.25 2nd 172 98.8%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Ajo High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 38.88 130th 253 48.6%
2023 79.89 41st 347 88.2%
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Rank History for Female students at Ajo High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 30.24 223rd 354 37.0%
2021 27.62 335th 492 31.9%
2022 15.30 380th 456 16.7%
2023 50.79 174th 406 57.1%
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Rank History for Male students at Ajo High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 28.82 229th 370 38.1%
2021 51.19 195th 492 60.4%
2022 16.40 366th 455 19.6%
2023 31.44 268th 429 37.5%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Ajo High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 38.29 156th 311 49.8%
2021 31.09 319th 479 33.4%
2022 17.32 371st 441 15.9%
2023 18.84 330th 379 12.9%
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Rank History for White students at Ajo High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 61.16 154th 448 65.6%
2022 20.44 313th 409 23.5%
2023 65.82 112th 371 69.8%
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Data source: test scores: Arizona Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Arizona Department of Education

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Enrollment information for Ajo High School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2004 69 1 2 147 50 n/a n/a 0 269
2005 31 2 1 89 24 n/a n/a 0 147
2006 39 1 2 85 26 n/a n/a 0 153
2007 34 1 2 98 27 n/a n/a 0 162
2008 33 1 2 77 34 n/a n/a 0 147
2009 29 0 1 73 31 n/a n/a 0 134
2010 29 0 1 76 26 n/a n/a 0 132
2011 34 0 1 73 25 0 0 0 133
2012 24 0 3 67 29 0 0 0 123
2013 22 0 6 69 27 0 1 0 125
2014 10 1 6 84 22 0 1 0 124
2015 10 0 8 77 18 0 1 0 114
2016 15 0 5 81 16 0 1 0 118
2017 13 0 5 94 18 0 0 0 130
2018 13 0 5 90 11 0 0 0 119
2019 26 0 2 97 9 0 1 0 135
2020 25 0 2 101 6 0 1 0 135
2021 23 0 4 74 3 0 2 0 106
2022 20 1 3 97 5 0 3 0 129
2023 19 1 1 103 7 0 4 0 135
2024 23 2 3 91 11 0 4 0 134

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Ajo High School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2004 269 14.4 18.7 44.2
2005 147 9.5 15.5 n/a
2006 153 8.0 19.1 n/a
2007 162 8.3 19.5 41.4
2008 147 8.4 17.5 51.7
2009 134 9.3 14.4 50.7
2010 132 10.0 13.2 44.7
2011 133 10.0 13.3 28.6
2012 123 13.2 9.2 57.7
2013 125 8.0 15.6 52.8
2014 124 12.3 10.0 58.1
2015 114 8.0 14.2 n/a
2016 118 7.0 16.8 n/a
2017 130 7.0 18.5 76.9
2018 119 10.7 11.1 86.6
2019 135 10.7 12.6 76.3
2020 135 9.0 15.0 63.7
2021 106 10.0 10.6 64.2
2022 129 11.9 10.8 64.3
2023 135 3.5 38.5 68.1
2024 134 6.0 22.3 n/a

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Ajo High School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2004 269 14.4 18.7 44.2
2005 147 9.5 15.5 n/a
2006 153 8.0 19.1 n/a
2007 162 8.3 19.5 41.4
2008 147 8.4 17.5 51.7
2009 134 9.3 14.4 50.7
2010 132 10.0 13.2 44.7
2011 133 10.0 13.3 28.6
2012 123 13.2 9.2 57.7
2013 125 8.0 15.6 52.8
2014 124 12.3 10.0 58.1
2015 114 8.0 14.2 n/a
2016 118 7.0 16.8 n/a
2017 130 7.0 18.5 76.9
2018 119 10.7 11.1 86.6
2019 135 10.7 12.6 76.3
2020 135 9.0 15.0 63.7
2021 106 10.0 10.6 64.2
2022 129 11.9 10.8 64.3
2023 135 3.5 38.5 68.1
2024 134 6.0 22.3 n/a

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Ajo High School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $1,135 (12.1%) $8,704 (92.7%) $9,392
2020 $1,705 (18.4%) $8,391 (90.4%) $9,277
2021 $396 (3.4%) $11,621 (98.3%) $11,819

Data source: Arizona Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Ajo High School

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Ranks 206th of 285 High schoolsRanks 219th of 469 High schools
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Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Total Students135135
African American01
American Indian97
 22.2%
Asian21
 50%
Hispanic97103
 6.2%
Pacific Islander00
White2619
 26.9%
Two or More Races14
 300%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients76.3%68.1%
 8.1%

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Frequently Asked Questions about Ajo High School

Ajo High School is fed by the following schools:

Elementary : Ajo Elementary School

Students at Ajo High School are 68% Hispanic, 17% White, 8% American Indian, 3% Two or more races, 2% Asian, 1% African American.

In the 2023-24 school year, 134 students attended Ajo High School.


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