For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,111 students in 85742, AZ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 85742, AZ are Richard B Wilson Jr School, Ironwood Elementary School and Quail Run Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 85742 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 85742, AZ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85742, AZ Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Richard B Wilson Jr School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2330 W Glover Rd
Tucson, AZ 85742
(520) 696-5800
Tucson, AZ 85742
(520) 696-5800
Gr: PK-8 | 770 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Ironwood Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3300 W Freer Dr
Tucson, AZ 85742
(520) 579-5150
Tucson, AZ 85742
(520) 579-5150
Gr: PK-6 | 406 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #33.
Quail Run Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4600 W Cortaro Farms Rd
Tucson, AZ 85742
(520) 579-4700
Tucson, AZ 85742
(520) 579-4700
Gr: PK-6 | 539 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #44.
Degrazia Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5051 W Overton Rd
Tucson, AZ 85742
(520) 579-4800
Tucson, AZ 85742
(520) 579-4800
Gr: PK-6 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 85742, AZ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 85742, AZ include Richard B Wilson Jr School, Ironwood Elementary School and Quail Run Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85742?
4 public elementary schools are located in 85742.
What is the racial composition of students in 85742?
85742 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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