From the humble beginnings in 1909 of 4 teachers and 12 graduating seniors, Yuma High School has grown to be one of the top performing schools in the state of Arizona with nearly 3000 students in grades 9-12. To learn more about our school, we invite you to read a History of Yuma High School. To learn more about our staff, please go to the Faculty page.

• All students have unique talents and the ability to learn skills needed to succeed
• We must prepare all students for the challenges of a global marketplace
• Teachers are life-long learners who plan, reflect, and instruct with rigor, relevancy, and passion
• Our school is an integral part of the Yuma community that encourages supports, and provides opportunities for our students and their families.

PRIORITY 1-Student and Staff Success

• Goal 1-Increase number of students in college prep curriculum and dual credit classes
• Goal 2-Increase performance in Reading/Writing/Math as measured by AIMS
• Goal 3-Increase professional development opportunities based on staff needs and interest
• Goal 4-Increase number of students and staff who participate in co/extra-curricular activities

PRIORITY 2- Building Relationships

• Goal 1-Increase collaboration among content areas
• Goal 2-Increase our level of customer service/red carpet treatment
• Goal 3-Increase parental involvement and participation
• Goal 4-Increase number of opportunities of students and community leaders to interact