What grades does Empire High School serve?

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

Where is Empire High School located?

Empire High School is a rural school in TUCSON, AZ.

What school district is Empire High School in?

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

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

The student-teacher ratio at Empire High School is 20.7:1. 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 TUCSON, AZ?

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

What school district serves TUCSON, AZ?

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

AZHighCalendar available · 69 events · Auto-updating

Events confirmed from Vail Unified District (4413)'s official calendar.

Empire High School — School Calendar 2026-27

High|TUCSON, Arizona|Vail Unified District (4413)

TUCSON, AZ 85747

Auto-updates all year · Works with Apple, Google, Outlook

This school plus sports, holidays, and more. $29.99/year.

Never miss a day at Empire High School.

Sync this calendar to your phone.

Auto-updates all year · $29.99/yr

Upcoming Events

Oct

Thu

VIC Fall Break Office HoursBreakDistrict-wide

Check the office notice for fall break hours and availability.

Oct

Thu

Volleyball vs. Amphi (HOME) F-4, JV-5, V-6Event

Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.

Oct

Fri

No School Fall BreakBreakDistrict-wide

Oct

Fri

Football @ Cholla (AWAY) V-7Event

Oct

Mon

Fall Break - K8 & High SchoolsBreakDistrict-wide

Oct

Mon

Freshmen Tutoring Hour - Any Freshman is invitedEvent

Check the tutoring program notice for location and registration details.

View all 69 events →

Also available for your address

Sync all 69 events to your phone

Plus waste, sports, holidays, and more.

School Profile

Grades

9–12

Enrollment

888

Student:Teacher

20.7:1

Locale

Rural

District

Vail Unified District (4413)

Phone

(520)879-3000

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

57%

79th percentile in AZ

Math Proficiency

57%

86th percentile in AZ

Graduation Rate

97%

Chronic Absenteeism

9.5%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

13 courses offered

195 students enrolled

Gifted & Talented

85 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

212 test takers

Athletics

9 sports, 20 teams

307 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1

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

860

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

40.21

100% fully certified

Counselors

3.21

Psychologists

0.49000001

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)

886

Current enrollment

Stable(+2% 5yr)

Coming Up

Thu, Oct 1, 2026

VIC Fall Break Office Hours

Check the office notice for fall break hours and availability.

Break

Thu, Oct 1, 2026

Volleyball vs. Amphi (HOME) F-4, JV-5, V-6

Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.

Event

Fri, Oct 2, 2026

No School Fall Break

Break

Full School Calendar 2026-27

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

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day-No School!District-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	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	Parent/Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide Additional Details to follow.	Staff Day	—
Wed, Sep 16, 2026	Early Release @ 11:25 AMDistrict-wide Check the calendar for the early release time.	half_day	—
Thu, Sep 17, 2026	Half Day - Early ReleaseDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Thu, Sep 17, 2026	1/2 Day - Parent Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, Sep 18, 2026	Half Day - Early ReleaseDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Fri, Sep 18, 2026	Parent Teacher Conferences District-wide Check the calendar for scheduled conference times and sign-up details.	Staff Day	—
Fri, Sep 18, 2026	Benchmark Testing: Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2District-wide	exam	—
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 - No SchoolDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for complete break dates.	Break	—
Tue, Sep 29, 2026	No School Fall BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Tue, Sep 29, 2026	Volleyball @ Pusch Ridge (AWAY) F-4, JV-5, V-6	Event	—
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	—
Thu, Oct 1, 2026	Volleyball vs. Amphi (HOME) F-4, JV-5, V-6 Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.	Event	—
Fri, Oct 2, 2026	No School Fall BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Fri, Oct 2, 2026	Football @ Cholla (AWAY) V-7	Event	—
Mon, Oct 5, 2026	Fall Break - K8 & High SchoolsDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Oct 5, 2026	Freshmen Tutoring Hour - Any Freshman is invited Check the tutoring program notice for location and registration details.	Event	—
Mon, Oct 5, 2026	Volleyball vs. Benson (HOME) F-4, JV-5, V-6 Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.	Event	—
Tue, Oct 6, 2026	No School Fall BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Wed, Oct 7, 2026	VIC Fall Break Office HoursDistrict-wide Check the office notice for fall break hours and availability.	Break	—
Wed, Oct 7, 2026	Cross Country @ Safford (AWAY) V-3	Event	—
Wed, Oct 7, 2026	Volleyball vs. Walden Grove (HOME) F-4, JV-5, V-6 Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.	Event	—
Fri, Oct 9, 2026	Football vs. Rio Rico (HOME) V-7 Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.	Event	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	Freshmen Tutoring Hour - Any Freshman is invited Check the tutoring program notice for location and registration details.	Event	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	Fall Music Concert	Event	—
Wed, Oct 14, 2026	Volleyball vs. Tanque Verde (HOME) F-4, JV-5, V-6 Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.	Event	—
Thu, Oct 15, 2026	Volleyball vs. Safford (HOME) F-4, JV-5, V-6 Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.	Event	—
Fri, Oct 16, 2026	Football @ Sahuarita (AWAY) V-7	Event	—
Sat, Oct 17, 2026	Cross Country @ Lancer Invite (AWAY, Rolling Hills) V-7	Event	—
Mon, Oct 19, 2026	Freshmen Tutoring Hour - Any Freshman is invited Check the tutoring program notice for location and registration details.	Event	—
Tue, Oct 20, 2026	Volleyball vs. Andrada (HOME) JV-5, V-6 Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.	Event	—
Wed, Oct 21, 2026	Cross Country @ Andrada (AWAY) V-3	Event	—
Wed, Oct 21, 2026	Volleyball @ IRHS (AWAY) F-4, JV-5	Event	—
Thu, Oct 22, 2026	Volleyball vs. Thatcher (HOME) F-4, JV-5, V-6 Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.	Event	—
Fri, Oct 23, 2026	Cross Country @ Tuc City XC Champs (AWAY, Rio Vista) V-2	Event	—
Fri, Oct 23, 2026	Football vs. RUHS (HOME, Homecoming) V-7 Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.	Event	—
Sat, Oct 24, 2026	Homecoming Dance Check the event details for ticket information and logistics.	Event	—
Mon, Oct 26, 2026	Freshmen Tutoring Hour - Any Freshman is invited Check the tutoring program notice for location and registration details.	Event	—
Mon, Oct 26, 2026	Volleyball @ Palo Verde (AWAY) JV-5, V-6	Event	—
Wed, Oct 28, 2026	Cross Country vs. Pusch Ridge, Desert Christian, & The Gregory School (HOME) V-3 Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.	Event	—
Wed, Oct 28, 2026	Volleyball @ Safford (AWAY) F-4, JV-5, V-6	Event	—
Wed, Oct 28, 2026	Fright Night Concert Dining Auditorium	Event	—
Fri, Oct 30, 2026	Football vs. Pueblo (HOME) V-7 Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.	Event	—
Mon, Nov 2, 2026	Freshmen Tutoring Hour - Any Freshman is invited Check the tutoring program notice for location and registration details.	Event	—
Mon, Nov 9, 2026	Freshmen Tutoring Hour - Any Freshman is invited Check the tutoring program notice for location and registration details.	Event	—
Mon, Nov 16, 2026	Freshmen Tutoring Hour - Any Freshman is invited Check the tutoring program notice for location and registration details.	Event	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Freshmen Tutoring Hour - Any Freshman is invited Check the tutoring program notice for location and registration details.	Event	—
Mon, Nov 30, 2026	Freshmen Tutoring Hour - Any Freshman is invited Check the tutoring program notice for location and registration details.	Event	—
Mon, Dec 7, 2026	Freshmen Tutoring Hour - Any Freshman is invited Check the tutoring program notice for location and registration details.	Event	—
Wed, Dec 9, 2026	Winter Music Concert Check the performance notice for participation and details.	Event	—
Mon, Dec 14, 2026	Freshmen Tutoring Hour - Any Freshman is invited Check the tutoring program notice for location and registration details.	Event	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Freshmen Tutoring Hour - Any Freshman is invited Check the tutoring program notice for location and registration details.	Event	—
Mon, Dec 28, 2026	Freshmen Tutoring Hour - Any Freshman is invited Check the tutoring program notice for location and registration details.	Event	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	Freshmen Tutoring Hour - Any Freshman is invited Check the tutoring program notice for location and registration details.	Event	—
Mon, Jan 11, 2027	Freshmen Tutoring Hour - Any Freshman is invited Check the tutoring program notice for location and registration details.	Event	—
Sat, Mar 6, 2027	Choir Jazz Dinner Concert	Event	—
Mon, May 10, 2027	Spring Concert Check the concert notice for performance details, times, and ticket information.	Event	—