For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,455 students in 85704, AZ.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85704, AZ are Winifred Harelson Elementary School, Mesa Verde Elementary School and Lawrence W Cross Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 85704 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 85704, AZ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85704, AZ Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Winifred Harelson Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
826 W Chapala Dr
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-6020
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-6020
Grades: PK-6
| 430 students
Rank: #22.
Mesa Verde Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1661 W Sage St
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-6090
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-6090
Grades: PK-5
| 281 students
Rank: #33.
Lawrence W Cross Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1000 W Chapala Dr
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-5920
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-5920
Grades: 6-8
| 768 students
Rank: #44.
Lulu Walker School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1750 W Roller Coaster Rd
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-6517
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-6517
Grades: PK-5
| 388 students
Rank: #55.
Marion Donaldson Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2040 W Omar Dr
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-6160
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-6160
Grades: PK-5
| 234 students
Rank: #66.
La Cima Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5600 N La Canada Dr
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-6730
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-6730
Grades: 6-8
| 354 students
85704, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2040 W Omar Drive
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-5000
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-5000
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 85704, AZ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85704, AZ include Winifred Harelson Elementary School, Mesa Verde Elementary School and Lawrence W Cross Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85704?
6 public elementary schools are located in 85704.
What is the racial composition of students in 85704?
85704 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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