For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,448 students in 85742, AZ.
The top ranked public middle schools in 85742, AZ are Richard B Wilson Jr School and Tortolita Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 85742 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Arizona public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 85742, AZ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arizona public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public middle school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85742, AZ Public Middle Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Richard B Wilson Jr School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2330 W Glover Rd
Tucson, AZ 85742
(520) 696-5800
Tucson, AZ 85742
(520) 696-5800
Grades: PK-8
| 913 students
Rank: #22.
Tortolita Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4101 W Hardy Rd
Tucson, AZ 85742
(520) 579-4600
Tucson, AZ 85742
(520) 579-4600
Grades: 7-8
| 535 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 85742, AZ?
The top ranked public middle schools in 85742, AZ include Richard B Wilson Jr School and Tortolita Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 85742, AZ?
2 public middle schools are located in 85742, AZ.
What is the racial composition of students in 85742, AZ?
85742, AZ public middle schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public middle schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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