For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,427 students in 85704, AZ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 85704, AZ are Winifred Harelson Elementary School, Lawrence W Cross Middle School and Mesa Verde Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 85704 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 85704, AZ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85704, AZ Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Winifred Harelson Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
826 W Chapala Dr
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-6020
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-6020
Gr: PK-6 | 407 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Lawrence W Cross Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1000 W Chapala Dr
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-5920
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-5920
Gr: 6-8 | 827 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #33.
Mesa Verde Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1661 W Sage St
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-6090
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-6090
Gr: PK-5 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #44.
Lulu Walker School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1750 W Roller Coaster Rd
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-6517
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-6517
Gr: PK-5 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #55.
Marion Donaldson Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2040 W Omar Dr
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-6160
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-6160
Gr: PK-5 | 212 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #66.
La Cima Middle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5600 N La Canada Dr
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-6730
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-6730
Gr: 6-8 | 337 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 85704, AZ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 85704, AZ include Winifred Harelson Elementary School, Lawrence W Cross Middle School and Mesa Verde Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85704?
6 public elementary schools are located in 85704.
What is the racial composition of students in 85704?
85704 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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