Serving 411 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ventana Vista Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 411 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Ventana Vista Elementary School serves the eastern part of Tucson, AZ, covering an attendance zone of approximately 8 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ventana Vista Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ventana Vista Elementary School's student population of 411 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
411 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1995
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence in Education
School Rankings
Ventana Vista Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ventana Vista Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#116 out of 1921 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
38%
49%
Black
n/a
6%
White
52%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.2%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ventana Vista Elementary School's ranking?
Ventana Vista Elementary School is ranked #116 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Ventana Vista Elementary School often compared to?
Ventana Vista Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Canyon View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Ventana Vista Elementary School?
411 students attend Ventana Vista Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Ventana Vista Elementary School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ventana Vista Elementary School?
Ventana Vista Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ventana Vista Elementary School offer ?
Ventana Vista Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ventana Vista Elementary School part of?
Ventana Vista Elementary School is part of Catalina Foothills Unified District (4410).
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