Tucson Magnet High School

thms.tusd1.org

2,938 Students

High School 8th - 12th

School Overview

Tucson Magnet High School, located in downtown Tucson, Arizona, is a historic institution known for being the oldest secondary school in the state, having been established in 1906. As a flagship school within the Tucson Unified School District, it distinguishes itself through a robust magnet program that emphasizes fine and performing arts, as well as rigorous academic tracks. The school’s central location and rich history have allowed it to cultivate a diverse campus culture that serves as a cornerstone of the local community.

The school is particularly celebrated for its expansive extracurricular offerings, most notably its acclaimed visual and performing arts departments, which include nationally recognized programs in dance, theater, music, and studio art. Beyond the arts, Tucson High provides a comprehensive college-preparatory curriculum, including Advanced Placement (AP) courses and specialized career pathways. By blending its deep-rooted traditions with modern educational initiatives, Tucson Magnet High School aims to provide a well-rounded experience that encourages students to excel both academically and creatively.

2,938

Total Students

165.2

Full-Time Teachers

17.8

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Tucson Magnet High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	423
Hispanic	2,075
Black	182
Asian	40
Two or More	103
American Indian	110
Pacific Islander	5

Hispanic
2,075 (70.6%)
White
423 (14.4%)
Black
182 (6.2%)
American Indian
110 (3.7%)
Two or More
103 (3.5%)
Asian
40 (1.4%)
Pacific Islander
5 (0.2%)

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:	Tucson Unified District (4403)
Phone:	(520)225-5000
Website:	http://thms.tusd1.org
Grade Range:	8th - 12th
Total Students:	2,938
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	165.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	17.8
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	0
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 725

Grade 10 764

Grade 11 714

Grade 12 735