Serving 306 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Soleng Tom Elementary School ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% 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: 306 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Soleng Tom Elementary School serves the east part of Tucson, AZ, covering an area of approximately 6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 1.8 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 3.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Soleng Tom Elementary School's student population of 306 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
306 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Soleng Tom Elementary 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 Soleng Tom Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#850 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
49%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
40%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.8%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. 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 Soleng Tom Elementary School's ranking?
Soleng Tom Elementary School is ranked #850 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Soleng Tom Elementary School often compared to?
Soleng Tom Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dunham Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Soleng Tom Elementary School?
306 students attend Soleng Tom Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Soleng Tom Elementary School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Soleng Tom Elementary School?
Soleng Tom Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Soleng Tom Elementary School offer ?
Soleng Tom Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Soleng Tom Elementary School part of?
Soleng Tom Elementary School is part of Tucson Unified District (4403).
In what neighborhood is Soleng Tom Elementary School located?
Soleng Tom Elementary School is located in the Houghton neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Houghton.
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