Serving 298 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Carrillo Intermediate Magnet School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carrillo Intermediate Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Carrillo Intermediate Magnet School's student population of 298 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
298 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 25, 2026
School Rankings
Carrillo Intermediate Magnet School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carrillo Intermediate Magnet School is 0.42, 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
#237 out of 1921 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
4%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
75%
48%
Black
3%
6%
White
15%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carrillo Intermediate Magnet School's ranking?
Carrillo Intermediate Magnet School is ranked #237 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Carrillo Intermediate Magnet School often compared to?
Carrillo Intermediate Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lineweaver Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Carrillo Intermediate Magnet School?
298 students attend Carrillo Intermediate Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Carrillo Intermediate Magnet School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carrillo Intermediate Magnet School?
Carrillo Intermediate Magnet School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Carrillo Intermediate Magnet School offer ?
Carrillo Intermediate Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carrillo Intermediate Magnet School part of?
Carrillo Intermediate Magnet School is part of Tucson Unified District (4403) School District.
In what neighborhood is Carrillo Intermediate Magnet School located?
Carrillo Intermediate Magnet School is located in the Barrio Viejo neighborhood of Tucson, AZ.
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