Serving 1,184 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Tucson Unified Virtual Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11-19% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,184 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 31% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The TUSD Distance Learning Program serves the entire Tucson, AZ district, encompassing an area of approximately 228.9 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located 14.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tucson Unified Virtual Academy's student population of 1,184 students has grown by 324% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 255% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
1,184 students
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
All Grades Can Learn Remotely
School Rankings
Tucson Unified Virtual Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tucson Unified Virtual Academy is 0.56, 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
#1207 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
4%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
63%
49%
Black
7%
6%
White
19%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
31%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
2%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tucson Unified Virtual Academy's ranking?
Tucson Unified Virtual Academy is ranked #1207 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tucson Unified Virtual Academy?
The graduation rate of Tucson Unified Virtual Academy is 31%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Tucson Unified Virtual Academy?
1,184 students attend Tucson Unified Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Tucson Unified Virtual Academy students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tucson Unified Virtual Academy?
Tucson Unified Virtual Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tucson Unified Virtual Academy offer ?
Tucson Unified Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Tucson Unified Virtual Academy part of?
Tucson Unified Virtual Academy is part of Tucson Unified District (4403).
In what neighborhood is Tucson Unified Virtual Academy located?
Tucson Unified Virtual Academy is located in the Palo Verde neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 4 other public schools located in Palo Verde.
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