Opened in 1957, Catalina High is a public school serving more than 550 students in ninth through twelfth grades as part of the Tucson Unified School District.
At Catalina, the teachers follow an Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) approach to learning. Here, the curriculum immerses students in writing, inquiry, collaboration, organization and reading in all subjects to prepare them to be global citizens.
In addition to traditional subjects, the school offers a robust career and technical education program where students can earn school credit in key trade disciplines. Students can learn global cuisine, restaurant management, nutrition and other food industry skills in the renowned Catalina Culinary Program. Students interested in the construction industry can take hands-on courses in plumbing, electrical, sheet metal, carpentry and can earn OSHA certification in the process as they learn from industry professionals.
Outside of the classroom, students can also participate in music, visual arts and performing arts, including engaging in performances themselves at local venues. The more athletic set can take advantage of Catalina’s extensive athletics program which includes football, softball, soccer, track and field, cross country, swimming, spirit line and many more.
By fostering a wide range of interests, Catalina High School prepares students for the real world.
Catalina High School
Public High School
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Grade 8-12
3645 E Pima St,
Tucson, AZ
Tucson Unified School District
School Details
Student Teacher Ratio
6:1
Average SAT Score
1140
Average ACT Score
20
Math Proficiency
12%
Reading Proficiency
12%
Average GPA
3.22
Graduation Rate
67%
Niche Grade
C
C
B-
C-
B-
C
B
C
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.22
Reading Proficiency
12%
Math Proficiency
12%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
6:1
Teachers
95
Full Time Teachers
95
Teachers in First or Second Year
1.9%
College Prep
Average SAT
1140
Math
560
Verbal
580
Average ACT
20
Math
20
English
19
Reading
20
Science
19
Number of AP Courses
6
AP Pass Rate
0%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very High
GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
Math
13%
State Average
48%
Science
14%
State Average
30%
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
288:1
Student Diversity
Male
52.2%
Female
47.8%
Hispanic
51.3%
White
15.8%
Black
15.2%
Two or more races
5.3%
Asian or Pacific Islander
4.5%
Native American
4.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
3.5%
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Specialty School Programs
AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Arizona
157 Students
Pima Community College
78 Students
Northern Arizona University
75 Students
Arizona State University
61 Students
Grand Canyon University
34 Students
Arizona State University - West Campus
21 Students
University of New Mexico
18 Students
Phoenix College
18 Students
New Mexico State University
17 Students
University of California - Los Angeles
16 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business
19 Students
Psychology
18 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
18 Students
Nursing
16 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration
10 Students
Computer Science
8 Students
Graphic Design
7 Students
International Business
7 Students
Psychiatric and Mental Health Services
7 Students
Biology
6 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
12/13/2019
Dear parents and students, I am excited to tell you that I have experience the best time during my academic year at catalina high school. Catalina high is one of the top ranked school for academic innovations and and creativity. in fact it was the first school with the idea of conference Period, which has boosted academic performance that place the school at the second place on azmerit test in 2017-2018. Not forgetting about the staff and administration. catalina high school's teachers and staffs are very welcoming and supportive. I like the moment when the teacher or counselor calls you out and tells ask how he/she could help on an issue. catalina high school has a high diversity of students. student of every culture, race, and originality are found at this school. as for now, there are students from more than 20 different countries, speaking more than 30 different languages. what's amazing about this is that many of these talented students are involved in sport and other activities
4/25/2016
Though i would not have picked Catalina as the high school i wanted in middle school, we all have to learn to move forward and deal with what we are handed.
12/12/2014
It is school food, it could be better but its acceptable.
GreatSchools Reviews
4/15/2020
The worst experience of my entire life. I developed PTSD and anger issues from how often I would have to fight people because the staff didn’t get involved in conflict, so that would be the only resolution.
3/19/2015
This school was just terrible! I attended Catalina, up to my Senior year. Not only do most teachers not communicate with the students about missing homework, but most don't take their jobs as serious as they should. During my sophomore year, my math teacher gave us notes and work from a book, then w...
12/10/2012
This school has been a failing school under No Child Left Behind for several years, and a review of the schools scores shows that the scores are dropping every year. In addition, while many of the teachers do a very good job, I have found several to be unwilling to communicate with me regarding the...
8/15/2011
Catalina is a great school! It's the largest (size) high school in Arizona, the second biggest (1,500 students) and the 2nd oldest (built 1957) high school in Tucson. The school has many great magnet programs such as an Aviation program if you want to be a pilot, Allied Health if you want to be a do...
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Attendance Zone
About Palo Verde
List Price Range
$221K - $657K
Homes For Sale
11
Average Home Value
$341,413
Median Lot Size
8,276 Sq Ft
% Renters
67%
Household Income
$55,275
% of College Grads
37.9%
Median Age
37
Average House Size
1,955 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
52.9%
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