The Tohono Oʼodham High School is a high school in unincorporated Pima County, Arizona, in the Tohono Oʼodham Indian Reservation. Located along Arizona State Route 86, near Sells, it is operated directly by the Bureau of Indian Education.
Tohono O'odham High School serves 109 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 109 students
- Graduation Rate: 40-59%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Science Proficiency: ≤20%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tohono O'odham High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Tohono O'odham High School's student population of 109 students has grown by 67% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
109 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Year Founded
1980
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Tohono O'odham High School is 0.00, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
100%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
49%
Black
n/a
6%
White
n/a
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-59%
77%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
41%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tohono O'odham High School?
The graduation rate of Tohono O'odham High School is 40-59%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Tohono O'odham High School?
109 students attend Tohono O'odham High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Tohono O'odham High School students are American Indian.
What grades does Tohono O'odham High School offer ?
Tohono O'odham High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tohono O'odham High School part of?
Tohono O'odham High School is part of Tohono O'odham High School District.
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