Serving 72 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Tia East 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 85% 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: 72 students
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tia East ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Tia East's student population of 72 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
72 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
School Motto
We Make College Come True!
School Rankings
Tia East 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 Tia East 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
#1466 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
6%
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
67%
48%
Black
4%
6%
White
15%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥50%
77%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
10%
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 is Tia East's ranking?
Tia East is ranked #1466 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tia East?
The graduation rate of Tia East is 50%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Tia East?
72 students attend Tia East.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Tia East students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 6% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What grades does Tia East offer ?
Tia East offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tia East part of?
Tia East is part of Tucson International Academy Inc. (79979) School District.
In what neighborhood is Tia East located?
Tia East is located in the Carriage Park neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 4 other public schools located in Carriage Park.
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