Serving 435 students in grades 5-8, Billy Lane Lauffer Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Billy Lane Lauffer Middle School serves the eastern part of Tucson, AZ, covering an area of approximately 14.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.4 miles to the school from the zone's edge, which extends up to 4.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Billy Lane Lauffer Middle School's student population of 435 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
435 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
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School Calendar
School Rankings
Billy Lane Lauffer Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Billy Lane Lauffer Middle School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1837 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
34%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 20-year historical data
American Indian
1%
5%
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Asian
1%
3%
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Hispanic
82%
49%
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Black
6%
6%
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White
6%
33%
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Two or more races
4%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)60.9%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
10%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Billy Lane Lauffer Middle School's ranking?
Billy Lane Lauffer Middle School is ranked #1837 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Billy Lane Lauffer Middle School?
435 students attend Billy Lane Lauffer Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Billy Lane Lauffer Middle School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Billy Lane Lauffer Middle School?
Billy Lane Lauffer Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Billy Lane Lauffer Middle School offer ?
Billy Lane Lauffer Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Billy Lane Lauffer Middle School part of?
Billy Lane Lauffer Middle School is part of Sunnyside Unified District (4407).
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This school doesn't get me started. This school is a very good school. When I went to that school it taught me a lot of things but one thing I will never forget is that they treated me like family and that I belonged in that school and if you want your child to feel the same way, it has been life-changing and I really recommend this school.
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