School Overview
Valley Union High School, located in the rural community of Elfrida, Arizona, serves as the primary secondary education institution for the surrounding Cochise County area. As a small, remote school, it plays a vital role in its community by providing a personalized educational environment that focuses on meeting the diverse academic and social needs of its student body. The school is characterized by its close-knit atmosphere, where faculty and staff are often able to maintain strong connections with students, fostering a supportive setting that encourages both individual growth and community engagement.

Academically, Valley Union High School is committed to preparing its students for life after graduation, whether that involves transitioning into the workforce, vocational training, or higher education. Despite its size and isolated location, the school provides a foundational curriculum supplemented by extracurricular activities and athletic programs that help cultivate school spirit and student development. By balancing traditional classroom instruction with local community values, Valley Union serves as a central hub for Elfrida, dedicated to equipping its students with the skills necessary to succeed in a modern world while remaining deeply rooted in its small-town heritage.
71
Total Students
9.2
Full-Time Teachers
7.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Valley Union High School
Demographic Student Count
White37
Hispanic32
Two or More1
American Indian1
  • White
    37 (52.1%)
  • Hispanic
    32 (45.1%)
  • Two or More
    1 (1.4%)
  • American Indian
    1 (1.4%)
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: Valley Union High School District (4190)
Phone: (520)642-3492
Website: http://www.vuhs.net
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 71
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 9.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 7.7
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 16
Grade 10 21
Grade 11 20
Grade 12 14

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Valley Union High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 916
Grade 1021
Grade 1120
Grade 1214
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Valley Union High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female2839.4%
Male4360.6%