For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 496 students in the neighborhood of Houghton, Tucson, AZ.
The top-ranked public schools in Houghton are Academy Of Tucson High School and Soleng Tom Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
The neighborhood of Houghton, Tucson, AZ public schools have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 41% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in the neighborhood of Houghton, Tucson, AZ (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Academy Of Tucson High School
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10720 E 22nd St
Tucson, AZ 85748
(520) 733-0096
Tucson, AZ 85748
(520) 733-0096
Gr: 9-12 | 152 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
Soleng Tom Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
11141 East Camino Quince
Tucson, AZ 85748
(520) 731-5400
Tucson, AZ 85748
(520) 731-5400
Gr: PK-6 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Houghton, Tucson, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Houghton, Tucson, AZ include Academy Of Tucson High School and Soleng Tom Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in the neighborhood of Houghton, Tucson?
2 public schools are located in the neighborhood of Houghton, Tucson.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of Houghton, Tucson?
the neighborhood of Houghton, Tucson public schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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