Saguaro High School is a former Arizona A+ and Blue Ribbon Schools Program certified high school in the Scottsdale Unified School District in Scottsdale, Arizona, United States. Saguaro was opened in 1966.
Serving 1,423 students in grades 9-12, Saguaro High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,423 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Saguaro High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Saguaro High School's student population of 1,423 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,423 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Year Founded
1966
Colors
Black, Gold
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Motto
Engaging all students in world-class, future-focused learning.
School Rankings
Saguaro High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Saguaro High School is 0.61, 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
#213 out of 1921 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
5%
5%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
23%
48%
Black
6%
6%
White
58%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Sabercat
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saguaro High School's ranking?
Saguaro High School is ranked #213 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Saguaro High School often compared to?
Saguaro High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chaparral High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Saguaro High School?
The graduation rate of Saguaro High School is 94%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Saguaro High School?
1,423 students attend Saguaro High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Saguaro High School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Saguaro High School?
Saguaro High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Saguaro High School offer ?
Saguaro High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Saguaro High School part of?
Saguaro High School is part of Scottsdale Unified District (4240) School District.
In what neighborhood is Saguaro High School located?
Saguaro High School is located in the South Scottsdale neighborhood of Scottsdale, AZ. There are 13 other public schools located in South Scottsdale.
School Reviews
5 6/8/2010
Great school! I had great academics there (git scholarships athletically and academically to Northern Arizona, Arizona State, University of Arizona, Washington State, Johns Hopkins, Oregon, Michigan, Florida State, Texas A&M, and Northwestern) I chose Oregon! also the saber-cats have an excellent band program, directed by Mike Miller
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