Serving 268 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Borton Primary Magnet School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 268 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Borton Primary Magnet School serves a central area in Tucson, AZ, covering approximately 1.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Borton Primary Magnet School's student population of 268 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
268 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Borton Primary Magnet School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Borton Primary Magnet School is 0.50, 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
#809 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
67%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
22%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.5%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Borton Primary Magnet School's ranking?
Borton Primary Magnet School is ranked #809 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Borton Primary Magnet School?
268 students attend Borton Primary Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Borton Primary Magnet School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 5% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Borton Primary Magnet School?
Borton Primary Magnet School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Borton Primary Magnet School offer ?
Borton Primary Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Borton Primary Magnet School part of?
Borton Primary Magnet School is part of Tucson Unified District (4403).
In what neighborhood is Borton Primary Magnet School located?
Borton Primary Magnet School is located in the South Park neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 3 other public schools located in South Park.
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