Serving 189 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Academy Of Tucson Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 189 students
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Academy Of Tucson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Academy Of Tucson Elementary School's student population of 189 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
189 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Calendar
School Rankings
Academy Of Tucson Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Academy Of Tucson Elementary School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#502 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
36%
48%
Black
5%
6%
White
47%
34%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
40%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Academy Of Tucson Elementary School's ranking?
Academy Of Tucson Elementary School is ranked #502 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Academy Of Tucson Elementary School?
189 students attend Academy Of Tucson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Academy Of Tucson Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What grades does Academy Of Tucson Elementary School offer ?
Academy Of Tucson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Academy Of Tucson Elementary School part of?
Academy Of Tucson Elementary School is part of Academy Of Tucson Inc. (78897) School District.
In what neighborhood is Academy Of Tucson Elementary School located?
Academy Of Tucson Elementary School is located in the Tanque Verde Bend neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Tanque Verde Bend.
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