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Flowing Wells High School

Public | 9-12 | 209 students

 
 
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4 stars

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Posted January 31, 2013

I have two children that attend Flowing Wells schools. The staff will meet students more than half way in working towards providing an education. This is a great school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 23, 2013

This school is aweful! They treat young men and women about to enter the real world like they are still children to be put in time out! They care more about being able to report that the student showed up than that the student is actually passing classes or learning. And heaven fobid a student actually tries to speak to anyone of the upper staff like a reasonable adult- now their being defiant. They have completely ridiculous rules regarding attendace and god forbid one of the stidents actually takes responsibility for make up work. They seem to think if the child wasn't in the class there's no way they could possibly have any chance of doing the work. Please choose a different school.


Posted October 31, 2012

My parents attend Flowing Wells High School, I have attended Flowing Wells High Schools since kindergarten, and I would not hesitate to someday enroll my own children in Flowing Wells Schools. Flowing Wells provided me with every opportunity to be successful in college: dedicated teachers, intellectually challenging courses, supportive staff, and study habits that helped me transition into my college career at Georgetown University. To this day I still maintain very close relationships with my Flowing Wells teachers as they are as much invested in my success as I am. I have nothing but the best regarded and the deepest gratitude for Flowing Wells.
—Submitted by a student


Posted May 20, 2011

I love this school more than anything! We have the best to choose from when it comes to classes, sports and any other activities. we got an award winning Pulse Dance Company who is ranked 4th in the nation. all of our fine arts is outstanding. our cheer team just went to nationals and placed 5th. i couldnt go to any other school. i also really love our drum line! they're amazing too! i recommend this high school
—Submitted by a student


Posted October 15, 2010

The Flowing Wells School District is a family and community oriented school district. They not only care about the students but also take it a step further and offer programs for the families.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 24, 2010

I went to this school and I just had to have my kids go here. Boy, was I wrong. It has dramatically changed in the leadership areas since I went there. The programs are still excellent and challenging, but a lot of the teachers appreciate a parent calling with concerns about their child, but don't really help. You have to be a perfect child to get any help and what percentage of the teenage kids are perfect? When you try to talk to the office people, they're rude and superior. No wonder some of the students have problems with office people. I did and I'm an adult! They are unwilling to see all sides of a situation and I certainly don't feel like a family member, as I am an alumni and was treated rudely!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 8, 2010

This school is fantastic! I have been here since junior year and at first i was a little bit afraid to transfer because I thought it would be hard to make friends. I came from Mt View High School where it really does have good people, but the teachers and counslers do not really teach/help that much. There are some really great teachers, but i feel like i was not learning anything. I decided to transfer and i love this school! They have soooo many more classes to choose from, the teachers are fantastic and the sports are really great and it has an amazing Fine Arts program! It may seem like a low class ghetto school to outsiders, but it really is the exact opposite. The people are like a family here. I absoluetly love it and i wouldn't go back to my other school for anything.
—Submitted by a student


Posted May 19, 2009

Flowing Wells Districk is the very best my daughter went there and now my grandchildren got there, we would not have it any other way. thank you Flowing Wells a job well done!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 14, 2009

I currently attend Flowing Wells High School and I, for one, am completely satisfied with my high school experience here. Not only are the children intelligent an d focused (with some occasional slackers) the teachers here at this fine establishment are not only educational mentors, but are mentors for my entire life. The atmospheres great and the curriculum is astronomical. Flowing Wells has changed my life and I thank my parents for sending me to such a splendid establishment.
—Submitted by a student


Posted January 14, 2009

Although my child has dropped a few percentages in her grades, I have seen a great epiphany in her study habits, social life, and respect towards other authority figures. My daughter, has an increased intellectual capacity. The teachers and courses may be tough BUT, is life easy? No, its not and I beleive our children should be pushed to their highest of potential. I currently and most probably will never regret sending my child to this school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 14, 2009

I love this school. I hate how kids who are struggling blame everyone but themselves for their mistakes. Fitting- in in any school is tough, but this should not be a reason why to hate Flowing Wells. The teachers may be tough also, but are they supposed to hold your hand the entire way through our high school career? Of course not, we are taught the best and we are the best.


Posted September 17, 2008

I'm a freshman and already absolutely hate this school. The teachers are so confusing and it's very hard to understand anything they are teaching you. I've be a straight A student my entire life, now my highest grade is a C. Plus the people that go there make it so much worse. The upperclassmen harass the lowerclassmen so much is almost unbelievable . Girls there are constantly calling each other foul names and theres no way to get away from it.
—Submitted by a student


Posted September 5, 2008

My son has been a FW student since first grade and now he is a High School sophomore. It is a great school system! The dedication of teachers and administrators goes above and beyond expectations. I cannot thank you all enough for a job well done!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 21, 2008

i attended flowing wells schools from kinder to 12th and i loved it. i was a special needs kid and i got all the help i needed. i cant wait to enroll my son in those schools when comes of age.


Posted July 20, 2008

i hate that school!!! teachers dont care about what the students need. i just graduated and i felt like none of the teachers cared about the students
—Submitted by a student


Posted April 25, 2008

Poor teacher/parent communication
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 30, 2007

I have a Freshman attending this year and have been in the district since kinder, have one more coming in a couple of years, we love Flowing Wells, in fact we would not move just to stay in this district. The fine arts program is incredible and the kids are just great kids, they have excellent security at the school as well, not easy to get on compus if you don't belong there.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 19, 2007

Both of my children go to this school and have been in the district since kinder. It has a great fine arts program and it seems almost everyone participates. There is something for everyone, from art to their national award winning band. Although the campus security is lacking some what with its 'community friendly' approach, neither of my children have had any problems with gangs or intimidation. Parental involvement is pretty high here, and encouraged. Most of the teachers my kids have had, they have enjoyed. Probably the reason why so many teacher's of the year have been from FWHS. It always amazes me when I go to any type of school event that I always see many district board members, teachers, and administration. Makes me feel like they are more than just collecting a paycheck.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted December 16, 2005

I love this school. Awesome art program and one of the best photography programs. Teachers love their jobs and the students have an awesome attitude.
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted April 12, 2005

Academics are adequate...there are better and worse schools out there. Same with teachers, some really care and work with the kids and others treat them like a number. My kids felt valued more at their junior high. Top rated dance program. Semi-annual dance showcase is a popular event. As with all schools communication levels in both directions could use improvment. I find the disorganization at some functions frustrating.
—Submitted by a parent


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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 60% in 2012.

388 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
65%

2011

 
 
66%

2010

 
 
65%

2009

 
 
74%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 80% in 2012.

393 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
83%

2011

 
 
77%

2010

 
 
79%

2009

 
 
75%
Science

The state average for Science was 42% in 2012.

209 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
33%

2011

 
 
48%

2010

 
 
29%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 70% in 2012.

388 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
72%

2011

 
 
69%

2010

 
 
73%

2009

 
 
80%
Scale: % meets or exceeds

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Arizona used the Arizona Instrument to Measure Standards (AIMS) to test students in reading and mathematics in grades 3 through 8 and 10, writing in grades 5, 6, 7, and 10, and in science in grades 4, 8 and 10. AIMS is a standards-based test, which means that it measures how well students have mastered Arizona learning standards. Students must pass the grade 10 AIMS in order to graduate. The goal is for all students to meet or exceed state standards on the test.

See Arizona's state standards

Source: Arizona Department of Education

  • In 2010-2011, this school was designated "Highly Performing".
  • In 2009-2010, this school was designated "Highly Performing".
  • In 2008-2009, this school was designated "Highly Performing".

About the tests


Arizona uses AZ LEARNS Achievement Profiles to indicate schools' overall performance each year. For elementary and middle schools, the profiles are based on current and historical aggregated AIMS results, MAP results and whether or not the school made Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP). For high schools, AIMS results, AYP status and graduation/dropout rates are used. Schools are identified as Excelling, Highly Performing, Performing Plus, Performing, Underperforming, Failing to Meet Academic Standards or Pending.

See Arizona's state standards

Source: Arizona Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Hispanic 53% 42%
White 40% 42%
American Indian/Alaska Native 2% 6%
Asian 2% 3%
Black 2% 5%
Hawaiian Native/Pacific Islander 0% 0%
Two or more races 0% 1%
Source: NCES, 2010-2011

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 155%N/A46%
English language learners 25%N/A14%
Source: 1 NCES, 2010-2011
Source: 2 AZ Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Home languages of english learners

Language This school State average
Spanish 99% 81%
English 1% 12%
Source: AZ Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per certified teacher 21N/AN/A
Source: AZ Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

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3725 N Flowing Wells Rd
Tucson, AZ 85705
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Phone: (520) 690-2404

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