For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 956 students in 85748, AZ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 85748, AZ are Soleng Tom Elementary School, Dunham Elementary School and Gridley Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 85748 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 85748, AZ have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85748, AZ Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Soleng Tom Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
11141 East Camino Quince
Tucson, AZ 85748
(520) 731-5400
Tucson, AZ 85748
(520) 731-5400
Gr: PK-5 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #22.
Dunham Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
9850 E 29th St
Tucson, AZ 85748
(520) 731-4200
Tucson, AZ 85748
(520) 731-4200
Gr: PK-5 | 159 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #33.
Gridley Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
350 S Harrison Rd
Tucson, AZ 85748
(520) 731-4600
Tucson, AZ 85748
(520) 731-4600
Gr: 6-8 | 514 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
85748, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
10129 E Speedway Blvd
Tucson, AZ 85748
(520) 321-9233
Tucson, AZ 85748
(520) 321-9233
Gr: K-5 | 69 students Minority enrollment: 68%
10129 East Speedway Boulevard
Tucson, AZ 85748
(520) 296-0006
Tucson, AZ 85748
(520) 296-0006
Gr: K-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 85748, AZ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 85748, AZ include Soleng Tom Elementary School, Dunham Elementary School and Gridley Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85748?
3 public elementary schools are located in 85748.
What is the racial composition of students in 85748?
85748 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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