For the 2025 school year, there are 338 public schools serving 124,569 students in Tucson, AZ (there are 92 private schools, serving 13,154 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in Tucson, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
The top ranked public schools in Tucson, AZ are University High School, Basis Oro Valley and Basis Oro Valley Primary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Tucson, AZ public schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Tucson have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Tucson, AZ (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
University High School
(Math: 96% | Reading: 95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
421 N Arcadia Ave
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 232-5900
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 232-5900
Gr: 8-12 | 1,001 student Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #22.
Basis Oro Valley
Charter School
(Math: 86% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
11155 N Oracle Rd
Tucson, AZ 85737
(520) 308-5220
Tucson, AZ 85737
(520) 308-5220
Gr: 5-12 | 570 students Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #33.
Basis Oro Valley Primary
Charter School
(Math: 89% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
11155 N Oracle Rd
Tucson, AZ 85737
(520) 812-5900
Tucson, AZ 85737
(520) 812-5900
Gr: K-6 | 649 students Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Basis Tucson Primary
Charter School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3825 E 2nd St
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 326-6367
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 326-6367
Gr: K-12 | 823 students Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Fruchthendler Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
7470 E Cloud Rd
Tucson, AZ 85750
(520) 731-4400
Tucson, AZ 85750
(520) 731-4400
Gr: PK-6 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Pcjted - Catalina Foothills High School
Vocational School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 79% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4300 E Sunrise Dr
Tucson, AZ 85741
(520) 209-8351
Tucson, AZ 85741
(520) 209-8351
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Pcjted - Empire High School
Vocational School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 75-79% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
10701 E Mary Ann Cleveland Way
Tucson, AZ 85741
(520) 879-3000
Tucson, AZ 85741
(520) 879-3000
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
Basis Tucson North
Charter School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5740 E River Rd
Tucson, AZ 85750
(520) 207-0076
Tucson, AZ 85750
(520) 207-0076
Gr: 5-12 | 751 students Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
The Innovation Academy
(Math: 71% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
825 W Desert Fairways Dr
Tucson, AZ 85755
(520) 269-4610
Tucson, AZ 85755
(520) 269-4610
Gr: PK-5 | 425 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #1010.
Esmond Station School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
9400 S Atterbury Wash Way
Tucson, AZ 85747
(520) 879-3400
Tucson, AZ 85747
(520) 879-3400
Gr: PK-8 | 739 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #1111.
Pcjted - University High School
Vocational School
(Math: ≥80% | Reading: ≥80% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
421 N Arcadia Ave
Tucson, AZ 85741
(520) 225-4300
Tucson, AZ 85741
(520) 225-4300
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #1212.
Mesquite Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
9455 E Rita Rd
Tucson, AZ 85747
(520) 879-2102
Tucson, AZ 85747
(520) 879-2102
Gr: K-5 | 677 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #1313.
Sunrise Drive Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5301 E Sunrise Dr
Tucson, AZ 85718
(520) 209-7900
Tucson, AZ 85718
(520) 209-7900
Gr: K-5 | 490 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #1414.
Hermosa Montessori Charter
Charter School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
12051 E Fort Lowell Rd
Tucson, AZ 85749
(520) 749-5518
Tucson, AZ 85749
(520) 749-5518
Gr: K-8 | 222 students Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #1515.
Ventana Vista Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6085 N Kolb Rd
Tucson, AZ 85750
(520) 209-8000
Tucson, AZ 85750
(520) 209-8000
Gr: K-5 | 434 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #1616.
Tanque Verde Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2600 N Fennimore Ave
Tucson, AZ 85749
(520) 749-4244
Tucson, AZ 85749
(520) 749-4244
Gr: PK-6 | 625 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #1717.
Canyon View Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5725 N Sabino Canyon Rd
Tucson, AZ 85750
(520) 209-7700
Tucson, AZ 85750
(520) 209-7700
Gr: PK-5 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #1818.
Sam Hughes Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
700 N Wilson Ave
Tucson, AZ 85719
(520) 232-7400
Tucson, AZ 85719
(520) 232-7400
Gr: PK-5 | 363 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #1919.
Empire High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
10701 E Mary Ann Cleveland Way
Tucson, AZ 85747
(520) 879-3000
Tucson, AZ 85747
(520) 879-3000
Gr: 9-12 | 888 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #2020.
Manzanita School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3000 E Manzanita Ave
Tucson, AZ 85718
(520) 209-7800
Tucson, AZ 85718
(520) 209-7800
Gr: K-5 | 582 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #21 - 2221. - 22.
Khalsa School
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3701 E River Rd
Tucson, AZ 85718
(520) 529-3611
Tucson, AZ 85718
(520) 529-3611
Gr: K-8 | 255 students Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #21 - 2221. - 22.
Leman Academy Of Excellence-oro Valley Arizona
Charter School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1410 W Tangerine Rd
Tucson, AZ 85715
(520) 912-4005
Tucson, AZ 85715
(520) 912-4005
Gr: K-8 | 1,018 student Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #2323.
Desert Willow Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
9400 E Esmond Loop
Tucson, AZ 85747
(520) 879-2302
Tucson, AZ 85747
(520) 879-2302
Gr: K-5 | 759 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #24 - 2524. - 25.
Painted Sky Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
12620 N Woodburne Ave
Tucson, AZ 85755
(520) 696-3800
Tucson, AZ 85755
(520) 696-3800
Gr: PK-5 | 431 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #24 - 2524. - 25.
Tanque Verde High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4201 N Melpomene Way
Tucson, AZ 85749
(520) 760-0801
Tucson, AZ 85749
(520) 760-0801
Gr: 9-12 | 730 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #2626.
Catalina Foothills High School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4300 E Sunrise Dr
Tucson, AZ 85718
(520) 209-8300
Tucson, AZ 85718
(520) 209-8300
Gr: 9-12 | 1,868 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #2727.
Pcjted - Vail High School
Vocational School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 60-79% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7762 E Science Park Dr
Tucson, AZ 85741
(520) 352-5833
Tucson, AZ 85741
(520) 352-5833
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #2828.
Vail Blended Learning
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
10775 E Mary Ann Cleveland Way
Tucson, AZ 85747
(520) 879-1300
Tucson, AZ 85747
(520) 879-1300
Gr: 6-12 | 71 students Student-teacher ratio: 71:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #29 - 3029. - 30.
Agua Caliente School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11420 E Limberlost Rd
Tucson, AZ 85749
(520) 749-2235
Tucson, AZ 85749
(520) 749-2235
Gr: PK-6 | 428 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #29 - 3029. - 30.
Leman Academy Of Excellence
Charter School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7720 N Silverbell Rd
Tucson, AZ 85743
(520) 639-8080
Tucson, AZ 85743
(520) 639-8080
Gr: K-8 | 1,144 student Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #3131.
Orange Grove Middle School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1911 E Orange Grove Rd
Tucson, AZ 85718
(520) 209-8200
Tucson, AZ 85718
(520) 209-8200
Gr: 6-8 | 672 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #3232.
Carrillo Intermediate Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
440 S Main Ave
Tucson, AZ 85701
(520) 225-1200
Tucson, AZ 85701
(520) 225-1200
Gr: PK-5 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #3333.
Civano Community K-8 School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10625 E Drexel Rd
Tucson, AZ 85747
(520) 879-1700
Tucson, AZ 85747
(520) 879-1700
Gr: K-8 | 144 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #34 - 3534. - 35.
Desert Sky Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9850 E Rankin Loop
Tucson, AZ 85747
(520) 879-2700
Tucson, AZ 85747
(520) 879-2700
Gr: 6-8 | 761 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #34 - 3534. - 35.
Montessori Schoolhouse
Charter School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1301 E Fort Lowell Rd
Tucson, AZ 85719
(520) 319-8668
Tucson, AZ 85719
(520) 319-8668
Gr: K-8 | 135 students Minority enrollment: 62%
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Tucson, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2846 Drexel Road, Suite 100
Tucson, AZ 85746
(520) 578-2075
Tucson, AZ 85746
(520) 578-2075
Gr: K-5 | 45 students Minority enrollment: 91%
2859 East Elvira Rd D
Tucson, AZ 85706
(520) 889-4246
Tucson, AZ 85706
(520) 889-4246
Gr: 6-12
Academy Adventures Mid-town (Closed 2009)
Charter School
825 E. Ft. Lowell Rd.
Tucson, AZ 85718
(520) 407-1200
Tucson, AZ 85718
(520) 407-1200
3902 N Flowing Wells Rd
Tucson, AZ 85705
(602) 821-6900
Tucson, AZ 85705
(602) 821-6900
Gr: K-5
3448 N 1st Ave
Tucson, AZ 85719
(623) 526-9300
Tucson, AZ 85719
(623) 526-9300
Gr: K-8 | 211 students Minority enrollment: 93%
6211 East Speedway Blvd
Tucson, AZ 85712
(520) 731-2150
Tucson, AZ 85712
(520) 731-2150
Gr: 5-9 | 40 students Minority enrollment: 85%
1346 N. Stone Ave.
Tucson, AZ 85706
(520) 620-1100
Tucson, AZ 85706
(520) 620-1100
Gr: K-6 | 186 students Minority enrollment: 77%
5660 South 12th Ave
Tucson, AZ 85706
(520) 887-5863
Tucson, AZ 85706
(520) 887-5863
Gr: K-8 | 191 students Minority enrollment: 95%
40 West Ft. Lowell
Tucson, AZ 85734
(520) 807-9668
Tucson, AZ 85734
(520) 807-9668
Gr: K-7 | 10 students Minority enrollment: 70%
3434 E Broadway Blvd
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 722-1200
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 722-1200
Gr: 9-12 | 74 students Minority enrollment: 70%
Asdb - Elp Satellite 1 Preschool (Jo Combs Preschool) (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
37611 N Pecan Crk
Tucson, AZ 85754
(480) 404-2512
Tucson, AZ 85754
(480) 404-2512
Gr: PK | 3 students Minority enrollment: 33%
Asdb/tucson Blind School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1200 W Speedway Blvd
Tucson, AZ 85754
(520) 770-3731
Tucson, AZ 85754
(520) 770-3731
Gr: K-12
5901 South Calle Santa Cruz
Tucson, AZ 85746
(520) 206-5000
Tucson, AZ 85746
(520) 206-5000
Gr: 9-12
8181 East Irvington Bldg E5
Tucson, AZ 85719
(520) 225-6060
Tucson, AZ 85719
(520) 225-6060
Gr: 9-12
7600 North Shannon Rd Bldg. D
Tucson, AZ 85741
(520) 225-6060
Tucson, AZ 85741
(520) 225-6060
Gr: 9-12
2110 West Brichta Dr
Tucson, AZ 85745
(520) 225-6060
Tucson, AZ 85745
(520) 225-6060
Gr: PK-6 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
2120 E. Broadway
Tucson, AZ 85719
(520) 225-2510
Tucson, AZ 85719
(520) 225-2510
Gr: 6-8 | 9 students
Broadway Bridge Alternative School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
2120 East Broadway
Tucson, AZ 85719
(520) 225-6060
Tucson, AZ 85719
(520) 225-6060
Gr: 9 | 17 students Minority enrollment: 88%
4747 W. Calle Vicam
Tucson, AZ 85701
(520) 882-3029
Tucson, AZ 85701
(520) 882-3029
Gr: 9-12 | 71 students Minority enrollment: 98%
2225 E Ajo Way
Tucson, AZ 85713
(520) 740-4704
Tucson, AZ 85713
(520) 740-4704
Gr: 3-12 | 37 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
1270 W Silverlake Rd
Tucson, AZ 85701
(520) 740-4704
Tucson, AZ 85701
(520) 740-4704
Gr: 7-12 | 23 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
7777 East Stella Rd
Tucson, AZ 85730
(520) 225-6060
Tucson, AZ 85730
(520) 225-6060
Gr: 6-8 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
802 West Silverlake Rd
Tucson, AZ 85713
(520) 573-1500
Tucson, AZ 85713
(520) 573-1500
Gr: 6-12
Changemaker High School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
1300 S Belvedere Ave
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 615-2200
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 615-2200
Gr: 9-12 | 47 students Minority enrollment: 91%
5949 East 29th St
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 225-6060
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 225-6060
Gr: PK-5 | 406 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
P. O. Box 11039
Tucson, AZ 85734
(520) 722-8130
Tucson, AZ 85734
(520) 722-8130
Gr: K-8 | 156 students Minority enrollment: 94%
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Tucson, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in Tucson, AZ include University High School, Basis Oro Valley and Basis Oro Valley Primary.
How many public schools are located in Tucson?
338 public schools are located in Tucson.
What percentage of students in Tucson go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in Tucson are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in Tucson?
Tucson public schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Tucson are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Tucson include: Valencia Middle School vs. Pistor Middle School, Coronado K-8 School vs. Richard B Wilson Jr School, Pistor Middle School vs. Valencia Middle School
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