Serving 308 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Drachman Primary Magnet School ranks in the bottom 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than 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 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Drachman Primary Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Drachman Primary Magnet School's student population of 308 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
308 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Bunnies
School Rankings
Drachman Primary Magnet 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 Drachman Primary Magnet School is 0.53, 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
#1100 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
4%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
65%
48%
Black
6%
6%
White
21%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bunnies
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Drachman Primary Magnet School's ranking?
Drachman Primary Magnet School is ranked #1100 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Drachman Primary Magnet School often compared to?
Drachman Primary Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carrillo Intermediate Magnet School, Lineweaver Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Drachman Primary Magnet School?
308 students attend Drachman Primary Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Drachman Primary Magnet School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Drachman Primary Magnet School?
Drachman Primary Magnet School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Drachman Primary Magnet School offer ?
Drachman Primary Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Drachman Primary Magnet School part of?
Drachman Primary Magnet School is part of Tucson Unified District (4403).
In what neighborhood is Drachman Primary Magnet School located?
Drachman Primary Magnet School is located in the Barrio Santa Rosa neighborhood of Tucson, AZ.
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