Serving 28 students in grades 9-12, Youth Works Charter High School ranks in the top 30% 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 <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%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 28 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Youth Works Charter High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Youth Works Charter High School's student population of 28 students has declined by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
28 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Youth Works Charter High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Youth Works Charter High School is 0.31, 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
#420 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
17:1
American Indian
11%
5%
Hispanic
82%
49%
White
7%
33%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Youth Works Charter High School's ranking?
Youth Works Charter High School is ranked #420 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
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 Youth Works Charter High School?
The graduation rate of Youth Works Charter High School is 50%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Youth Works Charter High School?
28 students attend Youth Works Charter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Youth Works Charter High School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are American Indian, and 7% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Youth Works Charter High School?
Youth Works Charter High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Youth Works Charter High School offer ?
Youth Works Charter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Youth Works Charter High School part of?
Youth Works Charter High School is part of Tucson Youth Development/ACE Charter High School (4422) School District.
In what neighborhood is Youth Works Charter High School located?
Youth Works Charter High School is located in the Pueblo Gardens neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Pueblo Gardens.
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