For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,192 students in 85704, AZ (there are 8 private schools, serving 1,223 private students). 77% of all K-12 students in 85704, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
The top-ranked public schools in 85704, AZ are Canyon Del Oro High School, Winifred Harelson Elementary School and Lawrence W Cross Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85704 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85704, AZ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85704, AZ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Canyon Del Oro High School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
25 W Calle Concordia
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-5560
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-5560
Gr: 9-12 | 1,737 student Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Winifred Harelson Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
826 W Chapala Dr
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-6020
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-6020
Gr: PK-6 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #33.
Lawrence W Cross Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1000 W Chapala Dr
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-5920
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-5920
Gr: 6-8 | 768 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #44.
Mesa Verde Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1661 W Sage St
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-6090
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-6090
Gr: PK-5 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #55.
Lulu Walker School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1750 W Roller Coaster Rd
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-6517
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-6517
Gr: PK-5 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #66.
Marion Donaldson Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2040 W Omar Dr
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-6160
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-6160
Gr: PK-5 | 234 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #77.
La Cima Middle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5600 N La Canada Dr
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-6730
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-6730
Gr: 6-8 | 354 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
85704, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 85704, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85704, AZ include Canyon Del Oro High School, Winifred Harelson Elementary School and Lawrence W Cross Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 85704?
7 public schools are located in 85704.
What percentage of students in 85704 go to public school?
77% of all K-12 students in 85704 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85704?
85704 public schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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