Serving 388 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lulu Walker School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lulu Walker School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Lulu Walker School's student population of 388 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
388 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lulu Walker School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lulu Walker School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#603 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
58%
48%
Black
5%
6%
White
27%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lulu Walker School's ranking?
Lulu Walker School is ranked #603 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Lulu Walker School?
388 students attend Lulu Walker School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Lulu Walker School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lulu Walker School?
Lulu Walker School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lulu Walker School offer ?
Lulu Walker School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lulu Walker School part of?
Lulu Walker School is part of Amphitheater Unified District (4406) School District.
In what neighborhood is Lulu Walker School located?
Lulu Walker School is located in the Riverside Terrace neighborhood of Tucson, AZ.
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