Serving 182 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Ford 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 11:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% 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: 182 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ford Elementary serves the east part of Tucson, AZ, covering an area of approximately 3.7 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive and an average distance of 1.4 miles to the school's edge. The furthest edge of the zone extends about 2.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ford Elementary School's student population of 182 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
182 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Foster joy and a love of learning for all students.
School Rankings
Ford 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 Ford Elementary School is 0.61, 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)
11-19%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
52%
49%
Black
9%
6%
White
34%
33%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.5%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ford Elementary School's ranking?
Ford 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 Ford Elementary School often compared to?
Ford Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Irene Erickson Elementary School, Wheeler 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 Ford Elementary School?
182 students attend Ford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Ford Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ford Elementary School?
Ford Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ford Elementary School offer ?
Ford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ford Elementary School part of?
Ford Elementary School is part of Tucson Unified District (4403).
In what neighborhood is Ford Elementary School located?
Ford Elementary School is located in the Lakeside Park neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 2 other public schools located in Lakeside Park.
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