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, Ford Elementary School and La Paloma Academy (Lakeside). 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 35%), 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
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sonoran Science Academy East
Charter School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7450 E Stella Rd
Tucson, AZ 85730
(520) 751-2401
Tucson, AZ 85730
(520) 751-2401
Gr: K-8 | 480 students Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #22.
Ford Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8001 E Stella Rd
Tucson, AZ 85730
(520) 731-4300
Tucson, AZ 85730
(520) 731-4300
Gr: PK-6 | 211 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #33.
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
Gr: K-8 | 866 students Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #44.
Irene Erickson Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | 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
Gr: PK-5 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #55.
Secrist Middle School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3400 S Houghton Rd
Tucson, AZ 85730
(520) 731-5300
Tucson, AZ 85730
(520) 731-5300
Gr: 6-8 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
85730, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
7777 East Stella Rd
Tucson, AZ 85730
(520) 225-6060
Tucson, AZ 85730
(520) 225-6060
Gr: 6-8 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
7555 East Dogwood
Tucson, AZ 85730
(520) 225-6060
Tucson, AZ 85730
(520) 225-6060
Gr: PK-5 | 276 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
8677 E. Golf Links, Suites 101
Tucson, AZ 85730
(520) 290-9167
Tucson, AZ 85730
(520) 290-9167
Gr: 9-12
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, Ford Elementary School and La Paloma Academy (Lakeside).
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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