For the 2025 school year, there are 15 public schools serving 5,261 students in 85711, AZ (there are , serving 765 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 85711, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
The top ranked public schools in 85711, AZ are University High School, Lineweaver Elementary School and Bonillas Elementary Basic Curriculum Magnet School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85711 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85711, AZ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85711, AZ Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
University High School
(Math: 96% | Reading: 95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
421 N Arcadia Ave
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 232-5900
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 232-5900
Gr: 8-12 | 1,001 student Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #22.
Lineweaver Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
461 S Bryant Ave
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 232-7700
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 232-7700
Gr: PK-5 | 526 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #33.
Bonillas Elementary Basic Curriculum Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4757 E Winsett St
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 232-6600
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 232-6600
Gr: PK-5 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #44.
Pima Prevention Partnership-tucson
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
924 N Alvernon Way
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 917-7880
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 917-7880
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #55.
W Arthur Sewel Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
425 N Sahuara Ave
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 584-7200
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 584-7200
Gr: PK-5 | 161 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #66.
Children Reaching For The Sky Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1844 S Alvernon Way
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 790-8400
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 790-8400
Gr: K-5 | 66 students Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Mary Meredith K-12 School
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
755 N Magnolia Ave
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 232-8200
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 232-8200
Gr: K-12 | 25 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Sky Islands
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6000 E 14th St
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 382-9210
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 382-9210
Gr: 9-12 | 81 students Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #99.
Alice Vail Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5350 E 16th St
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 584-5400
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 584-5400
Gr: 6-8 | 573 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #1010.
Rincon High School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
421 N Arcadia Ave
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 232-5600
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 232-5600
Gr: 8-12 | 1,217 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #1111.
Howell Peter Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
401 N Irving Ave
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 232-7200
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 232-7200
Gr: PK-5 | 245 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #1212.
Roberts Naylor
(Math: 17% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1701 S Columbus Blvd
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 584-6800
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 584-6800
Gr: PK-8 | 611 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #1313.
Future Investment Middle School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1854 S Alvernon Way
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 790-8400
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 790-8400
Gr: 6-8 | 30 students Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #1414.
Myers-ganoung Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5000 E Andrew St
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 584-6700
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 584-6700
Gr: PK-5 | 277 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: n/an/a
Arizona Autism Charter School -tucson Upper School Campus
Special Education School
Charter School
Charter School
1300 S Belvedere Ave
Tucson, AZ 85711
(602) 882-5544
Tucson, AZ 85711
(602) 882-5544
Gr: 6-12 | 43 students Minority enrollment: 68%
85711, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Changemaker High School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
1300 S Belvedere Ave
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 615-2200
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 615-2200
Gr: 9-12 | 47 students Minority enrollment: 91%
5949 East 29th St
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 225-6060
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 225-6060
Gr: PK-5 | 406 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Mary Meredith High School (Closed 2011)
Special Education School
755 North Magnolia Avenue
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 225-6060
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 225-6060
Gr: K-12
4355 Calle Aurora
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 225-6060
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 225-6060
Gr: PK-5 | 393 students Student-teacher ratio: 56:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 85711, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85711, AZ include University High School, Lineweaver Elementary School and Bonillas Elementary Basic Curriculum Magnet School.
How many public schools are located in 85711?
15 public schools are located in 85711.
What percentage of students in 85711 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 85711 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85711?
85711 public schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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