Serving 132 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Collier Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 132 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Collier Elementary School serves the northeast part of Tucson, AZ, covering an area of approximately 16.6 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Collier Elementary School's student population of 132 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
132 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Year Founded
1974
School Calendar
School Motto
Once A Cougar, Always A Cougar!
School Rankings
Collier Elementary 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 Collier Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#591 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
40%
49%
Black
5%
6%
White
46%
33%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.9%
41.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cougar
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Collier Elementary School's ranking?
Collier Elementary School is ranked #591 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?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Collier Elementary School?
132 students attend Collier Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Collier Elementary School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Collier Elementary School?
Collier Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Collier Elementary School offer ?
Collier Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Collier Elementary School part of?
Collier Elementary School is part of Tucson Unified District (4403).
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