Serving 406 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Ironwood Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 48% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% 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: 406 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ironwood Elementary School serves the northeast part of Tucson, AZ, covering an area of approximately 45.7 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 11.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ironwood Elementary School's student population of 406 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
406 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Motto
Safe. Loved. Engaged.
School Rankings
Ironwood Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ironwood Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#556 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
38%
49%
Black
2%
6%
White
54%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ironwood Elementary School's ranking?
Ironwood Elementary School is ranked #556 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Ironwood Elementary School often compared to?
Ironwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Quail Run Elementary School, Butterfield Elementary School, Legacy Traditional School - Northwest Tucson by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Ironwood Elementary School?
406 students attend Ironwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Ironwood Elementary School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ironwood Elementary School?
Ironwood Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ironwood Elementary School offer ?
Ironwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ironwood Elementary School part of?
Ironwood Elementary School is part of Marana Unified District (4404).
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