For the 2024 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,486 students in 85749, AZ (there are 2 private schools, serving 442 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 85749, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 85749, AZ are Hermosa Montessori Charter, Tanque Verde Elementary School and Agua Caliente School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85749 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Arizona public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 39% statewide average). Schools in 85749, AZ have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85749, AZ Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hermosa Montessori Charter
Charter School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
12051 E Fort Lowell Rd
Tucson, AZ 85749
(520) 749-5518
Tucson, AZ 85749
(520) 749-5518
Grades: K-8
| 196 students
Rank: #22.
Tanque Verde Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2600 N Fennimore Ave
Tucson, AZ 85749
(520) 749-4244
Tucson, AZ 85749
(520) 749-4244
Grades: PK-6
| 658 students
Rank: #33.
Agua Caliente School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11420 E Limberlost Rd
Tucson, AZ 85749
(520) 749-2235
Tucson, AZ 85749
(520) 749-2235
Grades: PK-6
| 472 students
Rank: #44.
Tanque Verde High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4201 N Melpomene Way
Tucson, AZ 85749
(520) 760-0801
Tucson, AZ 85749
(520) 760-0801
Grades: 9-12
| 666 students
Rank: #55.
Collier Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3900 N Bear Canyon Rd
Tucson, AZ 85749
(520) 584-4800
Tucson, AZ 85749
(520) 584-4800
Grades: PK-5
| 134 students
Rank: #66.
Emily Gray Junior High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11150 E Tanque Verde Rd
Tucson, AZ 85749
(520) 749-3838
Tucson, AZ 85749
(520) 749-3838
Grades: 7-8
| 422 students
Rank: #77.
Sabino High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5000 N Bowes Rd
Tucson, AZ 85749
(520) 584-7700
Tucson, AZ 85749
(520) 584-7700
Grades: 7-12
| 938 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 85749, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85749, AZ include Hermosa Montessori Charter, Tanque Verde Elementary School and Agua Caliente School.
How many public schools are located in 85749, AZ?
7 public schools are located in 85749, AZ.
What percentage of students in 85749, AZ go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 85749, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85749, AZ?
85749, AZ public schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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