Serving 142 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dunham Elementary 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 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 142 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dunham Elementary School serves the east part of Tucson, AZ, covering an attendance area of approximately 2.7 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dunham Elementary School's student population of 142 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
142 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dunham Elementary 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 Dunham Elementary School is 0.65, 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)
≤20%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
52%
49%
Black
11%
6%
White
26%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.6%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dunham Elementary School's ranking?
Dunham Elementary School is ranked #1100 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Dunham Elementary School often compared to?
Dunham Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Soleng Tom 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 Dunham Elementary School?
142 students attend Dunham Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Dunham Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dunham Elementary School?
Dunham Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dunham Elementary School offer ?
Dunham Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dunham Elementary School part of?
Dunham Elementary School is part of Tucson Unified District (4403).
In what neighborhood is Dunham Elementary School located?
Dunham Elementary School is located in the Old Spanish Trail neighborhood of Tucson, AZ.
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