For the 2025-26 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,408 students in 85749, AZ (there are 2 private schools, serving 435 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 85749, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
The top-ranked public schools in 85749, AZ are Hermosa Montessori Charter, Tanque Verde Elementary School and Tanque Verde High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85749 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85749, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85749, AZ Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hermosa Montessori Charter
Charter School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
12051 E Fort Lowell Rd
Tucson, AZ 85749
(520) 749-5518
Tucson, AZ 85749
(520) 749-5518
Gr: K-8 | 222 students Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Tanque Verde Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2600 N Fennimore Ave
Tucson, AZ 85749
(520) 749-4244
Tucson, AZ 85749
(520) 749-4244
Gr: PK-6 | 625 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #33.
Tanque Verde High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4201 N Melpomene Way
Tucson, AZ 85749
(520) 760-0801
Tucson, AZ 85749
(520) 760-0801
Gr: 9-12 | 730 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #44.
Agua Caliente School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11420 E Limberlost Rd
Tucson, AZ 85749
(520) 749-2235
Tucson, AZ 85749
(520) 749-2235
Gr: PK-6 | 428 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #55.
Emily Gray Junior High School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11150 E Tanque Verde Rd
Tucson, AZ 85749
(520) 749-3838
Tucson, AZ 85749
(520) 749-3838
Gr: 7-8 | 428 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #66.
Collier Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3900 N Bear Canyon Rd
Tucson, AZ 85749
(520) 584-4800
Tucson, AZ 85749
(520) 584-4800
Gr: PK-5 | 112 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #77.
Sabino High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5000 N Bowes Rd
Tucson, AZ 85749
(520) 584-7700
Tucson, AZ 85749
(520) 584-7700
Gr: 7-12 | 863 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 85749, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85749, AZ include Hermosa Montessori Charter, Tanque Verde Elementary School and Tanque Verde High School.
How many public schools are located in 85749?
7 public schools are located in 85749.
What percentage of students in 85749 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 85749 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85749?
85749 public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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