Southwest Region 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 21-39% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 45%).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Math Proficiency: 21-39%
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (19-20)
52 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)21-39%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)21-39%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
(19-20)2%
6%
Asian
(19-20)n/a
3%
Hispanic
(19-20)73%
45%
Black
(19-20)n/a
5%
White
(19-20)25%
38%
Hawaiian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(19-20)n/a
3%
Eligible for Free Lunch (09-10)
5%
38%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Southwest Region often compared to?
Southwest Regionis often viewed alongside schools like Rillito Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% AZ state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% AZ state average).
How many students attend Southwest Region?
52 students attend Southwest Region.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Southwest Region students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Southwest Region offer ?
Southwest Region offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southwest Region part of?
Southwest Region is part of Arizona State Schools For The Deaf And The Blind (6393).
In what neighborhood is Southwest Region located?
Southwest Region is located in the Santa Rita Park neighborhood of Tucson, AZ.
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