For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public charter schools serving 2,229 students in 85705, AZ.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 85705, AZ are Academy Of Math And Science, Mexicayotl Academy and Tucson Preparatory School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 85705 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Arizona public charter school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 47% statewide average). Charter schools in 85705, AZ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public charter school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85705, AZ Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Academy Of Math And Science
Charter School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1557 W Prince Rd
Tucson, AZ 85705
(520) 293-2676
Tucson, AZ 85705
(520) 293-2676
Gr: K-12 | 607 students Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Mexicayotl Academy
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
667 N 7th Ave
Tucson, AZ 85705
(520) 624-4018
Tucson, AZ 85705
(520) 624-4018
Gr: K-8 | 34 students Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Tucson Preparatory School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
104 E Prince Rd
Tucson, AZ 85705
(520) 622-4185
Tucson, AZ 85705
(520) 622-4185
Gr: 9-12 | 86 students Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #44.
Carden Of Tucson
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5260 N Royal Palm Dr
Tucson, AZ 85705
(520) 293-6661
Tucson, AZ 85705
(520) 293-6661
Gr: K-8 | 65 students Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #55.
Academy Of Mathematics And Science South
Charter School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3335 W Flower St
Tucson, AZ 85705
(602) 888-9572
Tucson, AZ 85705
(602) 888-9572
Gr: K-8 | 577 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
Envision High School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
351 W. Prince Rd.
Tucson, AZ 85705
(520) 887-0045
Tucson, AZ 85705
(520) 887-0045
Gr: 9-12 | 75 students Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #77.
Alternative Computerized Education (Ace) Charter High School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1929 N Stone Ave
Tucson, AZ 85705
(520) 628-8316
Tucson, AZ 85705
(520) 628-8316
Gr: 9-12 | 498 students Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #88.
Pima Partnership School The
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1346 N Stone Ave
Tucson, AZ 85705
(520) 917-7880
Tucson, AZ 85705
(520) 917-7880
Gr: 9-12 | 124 students Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #99.
Academy Del Sol
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
732 W Roger Rd
Tucson, AZ 85705
(520) 325-2800
Tucson, AZ 85705
(520) 325-2800
Gr: K-8 | 163 students Minority enrollment: 81%
85705, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3902 N Flowing Wells Rd
Tucson, AZ 85705
(602) 821-6900
Tucson, AZ 85705
(602) 821-6900
Gr: K-5
Inscape Alternative High School (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
1949 W Gardner
Tucson, AZ 85705
(520) 690-2380
Tucson, AZ 85705
(520) 690-2380
Gr: 7-12 | 30 students Minority enrollment: 43%
222 E. 5th Street
Tucson, AZ 85705
(520) 622-1885
Tucson, AZ 85705
(520) 622-1885
Gr: 9-12 | 17 students Minority enrollment: 71%
Ombudsman - Charter Central (Closed 2017)
Charter School
1525 N. Oracle Road
Tucson, AZ 85705
(520) 624-2260
Tucson, AZ 85705
(520) 624-2260
Gr: 6-12
Richey Charter School (Closed 2011)
Charter School
2209 N 15 Th Avenue
Tucson, AZ 85705
(520) 225-6060
Tucson, AZ 85705
(520) 225-6060
Gr: PK-2
501 E. 6th St.
Tucson, AZ 85705
(520) 225-2900
Tucson, AZ 85705
(520) 225-2900
Gr: K-8
2555 North Stone Ave
Tucson, AZ 85705
(520) 628-1404
Tucson, AZ 85705
(520) 628-1404
Gr: K-12
2555 North Stone Ave
Tucson, AZ 85705
(520) 850-9668
Tucson, AZ 85705
(520) 850-9668
Gr: K-8 | 65 students Minority enrollment: 66%
40 W. Fort Lowell
Tucson, AZ 85705
(520) 870-1670
Tucson, AZ 85705
(520) 870-1670
Gr: 6-8 | 40 students Minority enrollment: 55%
25 East Drachman
Tucson, AZ 85705
(520) 294-5473
Tucson, AZ 85705
(520) 294-5473
Gr: K-8 | 228 students Minority enrollment: 89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 85705, AZ?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 85705, AZ include Academy Of Math And Science, Mexicayotl Academy and Tucson Preparatory School.
How many public charter schools are located in 85705?
9 public charter schools are located in 85705.
What is the racial composition of students in 85705?
85705 public charter schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public charter schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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