Serving 17 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Mary Meredith K-12 School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 2:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 17 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 2:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mary Meredith K-12 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mary Meredith K-12 School's student population of 17 students has declined by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
17 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mary Meredith K-12 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 Mary Meredith K-12 School is 0.71, which is more 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
#873 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
2:1
17:1
Showing 2012–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
6%
5%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
29%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
30%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
35%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
(18-19)≥50%
78%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
10%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mary Meredith K-12 School's ranking?
Mary Meredith K-12 School is ranked #873 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Mary Meredith K-12 School often compared to?
Mary Meredith K-12 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like A. C. E., Rillito Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mary Meredith K-12 School?
The graduation rate of Mary Meredith K-12 School is 50%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 78%.
How many students attend Mary Meredith K-12 School?
17 students attend Mary Meredith K-12 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Mary Meredith K-12 School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mary Meredith K-12 School?
Mary Meredith K-12 School has a student ration of 2:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mary Meredith K-12 School offer ?
Mary Meredith K-12 School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mary Meredith K-12 School part of?
Mary Meredith K-12 School is part of Tucson Unified District (4403).
In what neighborhood is Mary Meredith K-12 School located?
Mary Meredith K-12 School is located in the Duffy neighborhood of Tucson, AZ.
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