Serving 80 students in grades 9-12, Tucson Preparatory School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 80 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: ≤20% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tucson Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Tucson Preparatory School's student population of 80 students has declined by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
80 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Tucson Preparatory 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 Tucson Preparatory School is 0.44, 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
#420 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
17:1
American Indian
9%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
74%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
10%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≤20%
77.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
10%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 20-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 Tucson Preparatory School's ranking?
Tucson Preparatory School is ranked #420 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tucson Preparatory School?
The graduation rate of Tucson Preparatory School is 20%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77.8%.
How many students attend Tucson Preparatory School?
80 students attend Tucson Preparatory School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Tucson Preparatory School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 9% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tucson Preparatory School?
Tucson Preparatory School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tucson Preparatory School offer ?
Tucson Preparatory School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tucson Preparatory School part of?
Tucson Preparatory School is part of Tucson Preparatory School (6374) School District.
In what neighborhood is Tucson Preparatory School located?
Tucson Preparatory School is located in the Amphi neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 8 other public schools located in Amphi.
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