Presidio School

1695 E Fort Lowell Rd
Tucson, AZ 85719
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 371 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Presidio School ranks in the top 30% 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 36% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 371 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 73%
  • : ≥50% (Btm 50% in AZ)
  • : Top 30%
  • : 36% (Top 50%)
  • : 57% (Top 20%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Presidio School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

Presidio School's student population of 371 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
371 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Calendar

School Rankings

Presidio 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 Presidio 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.
This School
State Level (AZ)
#511 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
36%
34%
57%
40%
35-39%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
60%
48%
Black
5%
6%
White
27%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.57
≥50%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
10%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Presidio School's ranking?
Presidio School is ranked #511 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Presidio School often compared to?
Presidio Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Satori Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Presidio School?
The graduation rate of Presidio School is 50%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Presidio School?
371 students attend Presidio School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Presidio School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Presidio School offer ?
Presidio School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Presidio School part of?
Presidio School is part of Presidio School (4425) School District.
In what neighborhood is Presidio School located?
Presidio School is located in the Richland Heights West neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 2 other public schools located in Richland Heights West.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 371 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 73%
  • : ≥50% (Btm 50%)
  • : Top 30%
  • : 36% (Top 50%)
  • : 57% (Top 20%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

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