For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,140 students in 85730, AZ.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85730, AZ are Sonoran Science Academy East, La Paloma Academy (Lakeside) and Ford Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 85730 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 85730, AZ have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85730, AZ Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sonoran Science Academy East
Charter School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7450 E Stella Rd
Tucson, AZ 85730
(520) 751-2401
Tucson, AZ 85730
(520) 751-2401
Grades: K-8
| 480 students
Rank: #22.
La Paloma Academy (Lakeside)
Charter School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8140 E Golf Links Rd
Tucson, AZ 85730
(520) 733-7373
Tucson, AZ 85730
(520) 733-7373
Grades: K-8
| 866 students
Rank: #33.
Ford Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8001 E Stella Rd
Tucson, AZ 85730
(520) 731-4300
Tucson, AZ 85730
(520) 731-4300
Grades: PK-6
| 211 students
Rank: #44.
Irene Erickson Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6750 E Stella Rd
Tucson, AZ 85730
(520) 584-5000
Tucson, AZ 85730
(520) 584-5000
Grades: PK-5
| 333 students
Rank: #55.
Secrist Middle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3400 S Houghton Rd
Tucson, AZ 85730
(520) 731-5300
Tucson, AZ 85730
(520) 731-5300
Grades: 6-8
| 250 students
85730, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
7777 East Stella Rd
Tucson, AZ 85730
(520) 225-6060
Tucson, AZ 85730
(520) 225-6060
Grades: 6-8
| 443 students
7555 East Dogwood
Tucson, AZ 85730
(520) 225-6060
Tucson, AZ 85730
(520) 225-6060
Grades: PK-5
| 276 students
8677 E. Golf Links, Suites 101
Tucson, AZ 85730
(520) 290-9167
Tucson, AZ 85730
(520) 290-9167
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
7450 E. Stella Road
Tucson, AZ 85730
(520) 225-6060
Tucson, AZ 85730
(520) 225-6060
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 85730, AZ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85730, AZ include Sonoran Science Academy East, La Paloma Academy (Lakeside) and Ford Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85730?
5 public elementary schools are located in 85730.
What is the racial composition of students in 85730?
85730 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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