Serving 396 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Degrazia Elementary 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 33% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Degrazia Elementary School serves the east part of Tucson, AZ, covering an attendance area of approximately 13.1 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being around 2.3 miles and the furthest edge reaching up to 4.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Degrazia Elementary School's student population of 396 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
396 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Motto
Love. Learn. Lead.
School Rankings
Degrazia 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 Degrazia Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#895 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
2%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
50%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
5%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
36%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.4%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, Black, and White
School Mascot
Dusty The Dustdevil
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Degrazia Elementary School's ranking?
Degrazia Elementary School is ranked #895 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Degrazia Elementary School often compared to?
Degrazia Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Quail Run Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Degrazia Elementary School?
396 students attend Degrazia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Degrazia Elementary School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Degrazia Elementary School?
Degrazia Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Degrazia Elementary School offer ?
Degrazia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Degrazia Elementary School part of?
Degrazia Elementary School is part of Marana Unified District (4404).
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