Serving 363 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tolson 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 approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 363 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tolson Elementary School's student population of 363 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
363 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tolson Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tolson Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#825 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
5%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
77%
48%
Black
6%
6%
White
7%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Tolson Elementary School's ranking?
Tolson Elementary School is ranked #825 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Tolson Elementary School often compared to?
Tolson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School, Manzo 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 35% AZ state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Tolson Elementary School?
363 students attend Tolson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Tolson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tolson Elementary School?
Tolson Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tolson Elementary School offer ?
Tolson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tolson Elementary School part of?
Tolson Elementary School is part of Tucson Unified District (4403) School District.
In what neighborhood is Tolson Elementary School located?
Tolson Elementary School is located in the Starr Pass neighborhood of Tucson, AZ.
School Reviews
5 8/11/2009
This school is a dream come true, the staff including principal are very intrested in your childs advancement and learning success.The OMA program is a creative and expressive form of challenging way to motivate students. The school is old but very well taken care of, and the school is clean and a friendly enviroment. Level of parent involvement is great, parents and students are very involved in their own future.
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