What grades does Cienega High School serve?

Cienega High School operates as a High school within Vail Unified District (4413). The school serves families in the VAIL area.

Where is Cienega High School located?

Cienega High School is a town school in VAIL, AZ.

What school district is Cienega High School in?

Cienega High School operates under Vail Unified District (4413), serving students in VAIL. Vail Unified District (4413) includes 23 schools in total.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cienega High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Cienega High School is 18:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

How many schools are in Vail Unified District (4413)?

There are 23 schools in Vail Unified District (4413), serving students across the area.

What schools are in VAIL, AZ?

Schools in VAIL include Cienega High School and others operated by Vail Unified District (4413). The district serves families throughout the VAIL area.

What school district serves VAIL, AZ?

VAIL is served by Vail Unified District (4413). The district operates 23 schools in the area.

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Cienega High School — School Calendar 2026-27

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Oct

Mon

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Tue

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Oct

Wed

No School Fall BreakBreakDistrict-wide

Oct

Thu

VIC Fall Break Office HoursBreakDistrict-wide

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Oct

Mon

2026 Vail Food Bank Holiday DriveEvent

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Oct

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School Profile

Grades

9–12

Enrollment

1,872

Student:Teacher

18:1

Locale

Town

District

Vail Unified District (4413)

Phone

(520)879-2800

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

51%

71th percentile in AZ

Math Proficiency

43%

69th percentile in AZ

Graduation Rate

96%

Chronic Absenteeism

23.9%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

20 courses offered

470 students enrolled

Gifted & Talented

95 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

464 test takers

Athletics

21 sports, 37 teams

735 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 21.5:1

Worse than average in AZ

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

1,920

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

87.66

90% fully certified

Counselors

7.71

Psychologists

0.5

Social Workers

School Resource Officers

Security Staff

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$10,071

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$5,316

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$12,836

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 10%State 59%Local 31%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

24.3%

Below 150% poverty line

5.8%

Unemployment rate

9.1%

Uninsured residents

11.2%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

2,241

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

2,082

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

632 (30%)

Autism

350 (17%)

Other Health Impairment

321 (15%)

Speech/Language Impairment

313 (15%)

Intellectual Disability

91 (4%)

Emotional Disturbance

84 (4%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

1,881

Current enrollment

Stable(-10% 5yr)

Coming Up

Mon, Oct 5, 2026

Fall Break

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Break

Tue, Oct 6, 2026

VIC Fall Break Office Hours

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Break

Wed, Oct 7, 2026

No School Fall Break

Break

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Vail Unified District (4413). Cienega High School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	NO SCHOOL LABOR DAYDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for closure details and any makeup schedule.	Holiday	—
Tue, Sep 8, 2026	Q1 ELA/Math Benchmark TestingDistrict-wide 2nd grade-5th grade	exam	—
Wed, Sep 9, 2026	Benchmark Testing: Writing, English 9, 10, 11District-wide	exam	—
Tue, Sep 15, 2026	Benchmark Testing: Reading, English 9, 10, 11District-wide	exam	—
Wed, Sep 16, 2026	Early Release @ 11:25 AMDistrict-wide Check the calendar for the early release time.	half_day	—
Wed, Sep 16, 2026	Parent/Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide Additional Details to follow.	Staff Day	—
Thu, Sep 17, 2026	1/2 Day - Parent Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Thu, Sep 17, 2026	Half Day - Early ReleaseDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Fri, Sep 18, 2026	Parent/Teacher Conferences K8 - 1/2 Day for StudentsDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, Sep 18, 2026	Benchmark Testing: Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2District-wide	exam	—
Fri, Sep 18, 2026	Half Day - Early ReleaseDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Sep 23, 2026	Q1 Advanced Math Benchmark TestingDistrict-wide 2nd-5th grade	exam	—
Sat, Sep 26, 2026	Fall BreakDistrict-wide Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Mon, Sep 28, 2026	Fall Break Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Event	—
Mon, Sep 28, 2026	Fall Break - K8 & High SchoolsDistrict-wide	Break	—
Tue, Sep 29, 2026	VIC Fall Break Office HoursDistrict-wide Check the office notice for fall break hours and availability.	Break	—
Wed, Sep 30, 2026	VIC Fall Break Office HoursDistrict-wide Check the office notice for fall break hours and availability.	Break	—
Thu, Oct 1, 2026	VIC Fall Break Office HoursDistrict-wide Check the office notice for fall break hours and availability.	Break	—
Fri, Oct 2, 2026	No School Fall BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Oct 5, 2026	Fall BreakDistrict-wide Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Tue, Oct 6, 2026	VIC Fall Break Office HoursDistrict-wide Check the office notice for fall break hours and availability.	Break	—
Wed, Oct 7, 2026	No School Fall BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Thu, Oct 8, 2026	VIC Fall Break Office HoursDistrict-wide Check the office notice for fall break hours and availability.	Break	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	2026 Vail Food Bank Holiday Drive The Vail Food Bank is preparing for the holiday season with the 2026 Holiday Food Drive from October 12–November 20. Donations collected through this community-wide effort help us provide holiday meals to local families in November and December and stock our shelves into the new year.	Event	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	Homecoming Spirit Week Check the spirit week notice for daily themes and participation guidelines.	Event	—
Thu, Oct 15, 2026	PSAT/NMSQT Test The PSAT is used to determine eligibility and qualification for the National Merit Scholarship Program (which is what the "NMSQT" part of the name is for). It also serves as a practice test for the SAT.	Event	—
Sat, Oct 17, 2026	ACT Test Prep: Math/Science ACT Prep classes for only $55?!?! Yep - it's true. October 17 will focus on Math & Science. October 24 will focus on Reading and English. Skills, practice and strategy using official ACT materials and prep. Sign up, pay for, and pick up your materials in the Bookstore. These ACT Prep classes are taught by Bobcat teachers and include pizza for all attendees on both days. Whether you are re-taking the ACT or want a boost in taking it the 1st time, this is a solid investment of your time and money!	Event	—
Sat, Oct 17, 2026	Homecoming Dance Homecoming Dance! This year's theme is Western Nights. Tickets are $25 presale, $35 at the door, and can be purchased at lunch.	Event	—
Tue, Oct 20, 2026	Band/Orchestra Concert Check the concert notice for performance schedule and details.	Event	—
Thu, Oct 22, 2026	SAT School Day The SAT® School Day provides an opportunity for high school students to take the SAT digitally during class time on a regular school day instead of coming in on a Saturday. Sign up in the CHS Bookstore by September 23rd.	Event	—
Fri, Oct 23, 2026	Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Walk Come join Cienega Key Club as they hold their Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Walk. Admission will be 5 dollars cash only! All donations will go directly to the Impact 1 Breast Cancer Foundation. Join Key Club this October to support this amazing cause!	Event	—
Sat, Oct 24, 2026	ACT Test Prep: Reading/English ACT Prep classes for only $55?!?! Yep - it's true. October 17 will focus on Math & Science. October 24 will focus on Reading and English. Skills, practice and strategy using official ACT materials and prep. Sign up, pay for, and pick up your materials in the Bookstore. These ACT Prep classes are taught by Bobcat teachers and include pizza for all attendees on both days. Whether you are re-taking the ACT or want a boost in taking it the 1st time, this is a solid investment of your time and money!	Event	—
Sat, Oct 24, 2026	Make a Difference Day We will be painting a couple indoor areas on campus. You are more than welcome to come and go as you need. Feel free to wear old clothes and bring any supplies you might find to be useful. Make sure to track your volunteer hours!Click here to sign up	Event	—
Fri, Oct 30, 2026	Dance Department Halloween Dance Showcase	Event	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	No School - Veteran's Day	Event	—
Wed, Nov 18, 2026	Half Day (Teacher In-Service) Dismissal at 1:00pm	Event	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	No School - Thanksgiving Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Event	—
Mon, Dec 7, 2026	Dance: Fall Showcase	Event	—
Mon, Dec 7, 2026	Choir Concert Check the concert notice for performance date, time, and ticket information.	Event	—
Wed, Dec 16, 2026	Half Day (Finals/Teacher Grading Day) Dismissal at 1:00pm	Event	—
Tue, Dec 15, 2026	Fine Arts Showcase Check the event notice for showcase details and participation information.	Event	—
Thu, Dec 17, 2026	Half Day (Finals/Teacher Grading Day) Dismissal at 1:00pm	Event	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	Half Day (Last Day of Fall Semester) Dismissal at 1:00pm	Event	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Winter Break Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Event	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	No School - Martin Luther King Jr Day	Event	—
Wed, Jan 27, 2027	Half Day (Teacher In-Service) Dismissal at 1:00pm	Event	—
Wed, Feb 10, 2027	Half Day - Parent Teacher Conferences Review the school calendar for dismissal time and conference scheduling details.	Event	—
Fri, Feb 19, 2027	Half Day (Teacher In-Service) Student Dismissal at 1:00pm	Event	—
Sat, Feb 20, 2027	Vail Pride Day Check the event notice for pride day activities and participation details.	Event	—
Tue, Feb 23, 2027	Band/Orchestra Concert Check the concert notice for performance schedule and details.	Event	—
Thu, Feb 25, 2027	No School - Rodeo Break	Event	—
Mon, Mar 15, 2027	Spring Break Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Event	—
Wed, May 5, 2027	Half Day (Teacher In-Service) Student Dismissal at 1:00pm	Event	—
Mon, May 10, 2027	Spring Choir Concert Review the concert notice for performance date, time and ticket information.	Event	—
Fri, May 14, 2027	Spring Dance Showcase	Event	—
Mon, May 24, 2027	CHS Graduation Review the graduation notice for ceremony details and requirements.	Event	—
Wed, May 26, 2027	Half Day (Finals/Teacher Grading Day) Student Dismissal at 1:00pm	Event	—
Thu, May 27, 2027	Half Day (Finals/Teacher Grading Day) Student Dismissal at 1:00pm	Event	—
Fri, May 28, 2027	Half Day (Last Day of Spring Semester) Student Dismissal at 1:00pm. Have a great summer!	Event	—