For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,167 students in 85718, AZ (there are 10 private schools, serving 1,659 private students). 72% of all K-12 students in 85718, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
The top-ranked public schools in 85718, AZ are Sunrise Drive Elementary School, Manzanita School and Khalsa School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85718 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85718, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85718, AZ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #22.
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 | 579 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #33.
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 | 238 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #44.
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 | 1,865 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #55.
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 | 683 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #66.
Adventure School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5757 E Pima St
Tucson, AZ 85718
(520) 296-0656
Tucson, AZ 85718
(520) 296-0656
Gr: K-8 | 141 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
3435 E Sunrise Dr
Tucson, AZ 85718
(520) 209-7650
Tucson, AZ 85718
(520) 209-7650
Gr: PK | 192 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 85718, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85718, AZ include Sunrise Drive Elementary School, Manzanita School and Khalsa School.
How many public schools are located in 85718?
7 public schools are located in 85718.
What percentage of students in 85718 go to public school?
72% of all K-12 students in 85718 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85718?
85718 public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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