For the 2025 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 4,476 students in 85716, AZ (there are 3 private schools, serving 423 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 85716, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
The top ranked public schools in 85716, AZ are Basis Tucson Primary, Edge High School - Northwest and Southern Arizona Community Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85716 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85716, AZ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85716, AZ Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #2 - 32. - 3.
Edge High School - Northwest
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
231 W Giaconda Way Ste 113
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 877-9179
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 877-9179
Gr: 9-12 | 61 students Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Southern Arizona Community Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2470 N Tucson Blvd
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 319-6113
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 319-6113
Gr: 9-12 | 100 students Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #44.
Amerischools Academy Online Instruction
Charter School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1150 N Country Club Rd
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 296-1100
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 296-1100
Gr: K-12 | 22 students Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #55.
Cragin Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2945 N Tucson Blvd
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 232-6700
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 232-6700
Gr: PK-5 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #66.
Amerischools Academy - Country Club
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1150 N Country Club Rd
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 620-1100
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 620-1100
Gr: K-12 | 153 students Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #77.
Tucson Unified Virtual Academy
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3645 E Pima St
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 232-8770
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 232-8770
Gr: K-12 | 1,237 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #88.
Doolen Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2400 N Country Club Rd
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 232-6900
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 232-6900
Gr: 6-8 | 482 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #9 - 109. - 10.
Academy Adventures Midtown
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3025 N Winstel Blvd
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 777-3757
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 777-3757
Gr: K-5 | 23 students Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #9 - 109. - 10.
Edge High School - Himmel Park
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2555 E 1st St # 111
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 881-1389
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 881-1389
Gr: 9-12 | 105 students Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #1111.
Robison Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2745 E 18th St
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 232-7800
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 232-7800
Gr: PK-5 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #1212.
Blenman Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1695 N Country Club Rd
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 232-6500
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 232-6500
Gr: PK-5 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #1313.
Catalina High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3645 E Pima St
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 232-8400
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 232-8400
Gr: 8-12 | 614 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: n/an/a
Saca Online
Charter School
2470 N Tucson Blvd
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 319-6113
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 319-6113
Gr: 9-12 | 28 students Minority enrollment: 79%
85716, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3434 E Broadway Blvd
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 722-1200
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 722-1200
Gr: 9-12 | 74 students Minority enrollment: 70%
3833 E. 2nd St.
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 321-1709
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 321-1709
Gr: K-8 | 110 students Minority enrollment: 36%
Edge Charter School - Pascua Yaqui (Closed 2006)
Charter School
2555 E. First St.
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 879-5874
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 879-5874
Gr: 9-12 | 28 students
2800 East Broadway
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 881-1389
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 881-1389
Gr: 9-12
Howenstine High School (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
555 South Tucson Blvd
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 225-6060
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 225-6060
Gr: 9-12 | 141 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Pima Partnership Academy (Closed 2024)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
1346 N Stone Ave
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 326-2528
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 326-2528
Gr: 6-8 | 35 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 85716, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85716, AZ include Basis Tucson Primary, Edge High School - Northwest and Southern Arizona Community Academy.
How many public schools are located in 85716?
14 public schools are located in 85716.
What percentage of students in 85716 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 85716 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85716?
85716 public schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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