School Overview
Apache Junction High School (AJHS), located in Apache Junction, Arizona, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Apache Junction Unified School District. The school is committed to providing a comprehensive academic environment that prepares students for post-secondary success, whether they are pursuing higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. The campus environment emphasizes community engagement and school spirit, often referred to as the home of the "Prospectors," and it offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, performing arts, and student-led clubs, to foster well-rounded student development.

Academically, the school focuses on meeting state standards through a diverse curriculum that includes core subjects, elective options, and career and technical education (CTE) programs. By utilizing their official portal, students and parents can access essential resources, including school calendars, academic policies, and information on district initiatives. AJHS places a strong emphasis on maintaining a supportive culture, aiming to equip its students with the critical thinking and life skills necessary to thrive in an evolving global landscape.
796
Total Students
45.6
Full-Time Teachers
17.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Apache Junction High School
Demographic Student Count
White408
Hispanic334
Black5
Asian10
Two or More31
American Indian8
  • White
    408 (51.3%)
  • Hispanic
    334 (42.0%)
  • Two or More
    31 (3.9%)
  • Asian
    10 (1.3%)
  • American Indian
    8 (1.0%)
  • Black
    5 (0.6%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Apache Junction Unified District (4443)
Phone: (480)474-3980
Website: http://www.ajusd.org/ajhs
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 796
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 45.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 200
Grade 10 208
Grade 11 194
Grade 12 194

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Apache Junction High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9200
Grade 10208
Grade 11194
Grade 12194
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Apache Junction High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female35544.6%
Male44155.4%
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