Serving 244 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 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: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 244 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School serves the northwest part of Tucson, AZ, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 1.1 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive time of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School's student population of 244 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
244 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We believe that all students are uniquely gifted.
School Rankings
Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School 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 Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School is 0.56, 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
#1631 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
64%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
10%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.9%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School's ranking?
Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School is ranked #1631 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School often compared to?
Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manzo Elementary School, Tolson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School?
244 students attend Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School?
Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School offer ?
Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School part of?
Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School is part of Tucson Unified District (4403).
In what neighborhood is Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School located?
Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School is located in the El Rio Acres neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 5 other public schools located in El Rio Acres.
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