For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 862 students in 85706, AZ.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 85706, AZ are Alta Vista High School and Southgate Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 85706 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Arizona public charter school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 6% (versus the 47% statewide average). Charter schools in 85706, AZ have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public charter school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85706, AZ Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alta Vista High School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5040 S Campbell Ave
Tucson, AZ 85706
(520) 294-4922
Tucson, AZ 85706
(520) 294-4922
Gr: 9-12 | 495 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Southgate Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
850 W Valencia Rd
Tucson, AZ 85706
(520) 741-7900
Tucson, AZ 85706
(520) 741-7900
Gr: K-12 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 41:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 85706, AZ?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 85706, AZ include Alta Vista High School and Southgate Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 85706?
2 public charter schools are located in 85706.
What is the racial composition of students in 85706?
85706 public charter schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public charter schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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