Serving 460 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Picture Rocks Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 24% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% 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: 460 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Desert Winds Elementary School serves the south part of Tucson, AZ, covering an area of approximately 198.3 square miles. Families living within this zone can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 15.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Picture Rocks Elementary School's student population of 460 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
460 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspiring students to learn today & lead tomorrow.
School Rankings
Picture Rocks 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 Picture Rocks Elementary 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
#1275 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
35%
49%
Black
1%
6%
White
59%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)57.2%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Harrison The Hawk
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Picture Rocks Elementary School's ranking?
Picture Rocks Elementary School is ranked #1275 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Picture Rocks Elementary School?
460 students attend Picture Rocks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Picture Rocks Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Picture Rocks Elementary School?
Picture Rocks Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Picture Rocks Elementary School offer ?
Picture Rocks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Picture Rocks Elementary School part of?
Picture Rocks Elementary School is part of Marana Unified District (4404).
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