For the 2026 school year, there are 15 public elementary schools serving 8,241 students in 85719, AZ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 85719, AZ are Sam Hughes Elementary School, Montessori Schoolhouse and Highland Free School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 85719 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 85719, AZ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85719, AZ Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sam Hughes Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
700 N Wilson Ave
Tucson, AZ 85719
(520) 232-7400
Tucson, AZ 85719
(520) 232-7400
Gr: PK-5 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #22.
Montessori Schoolhouse
Charter School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1301 E Fort Lowell Rd
Tucson, AZ 85719
(520) 319-8668
Tucson, AZ 85719
(520) 319-8668
Gr: K-8 | 134 students Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #33.
Highland Free School
Charter School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
510 S Highland Ave
Tucson, AZ 85719
(520) 623-0104
Tucson, AZ 85719
(520) 623-0104
Gr: K-6 | 31 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #44.
Teenage Parent Program - Tapp
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
102 N Plumer Ave
Tucson, AZ 85719
(520) 225-3250
Tucson, AZ 85719
(520) 225-3250
Gr: 6-12 | 22 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #55.
Satori Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3727 N 1st Ave
Tucson, AZ 85719
(520) 293-7555
Tucson, AZ 85719
(520) 293-7555
Gr: 2-8 | 97 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #66.
Presidio School
Charter School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1695 E Fort Lowell Rd
Tucson, AZ 85719
(520) 881-5222
Tucson, AZ 85719
(520) 881-5222
Gr: K-12 | 345 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #77.
Rio Vista Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1351 E Limberlost Dr
Tucson, AZ 85719
(520) 696-5250
Tucson, AZ 85719
(520) 696-5250
Gr: PK-5 | 338 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #88.
Academy Of Math And Science Avondale
Charter School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10649 W Buckeye Rd
Tucson, AZ 85719
(623) 888-6697
Tucson, AZ 85719
(623) 888-6697
Gr: K-8 | 1,175 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #99.
Academy Of Math And Science Desert Sky
Charter School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5757 W Mcdowell Rd
Tucson, AZ 85719
(520) 888-1732
Tucson, AZ 85719
(520) 888-1732
Gr: K-8 | 1,339 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1010.
Academy Of Math And Science Peoria Advanced
Charter School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7785 W Peoria Ave
Tucson, AZ 85719
(520) 887-5392
Tucson, AZ 85719
(520) 887-5392
Gr: K-8 | 1,030 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #1111.
Academy Of Math And Science South Mountain
Charter School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1445 W Baseline Rd
Tucson, AZ 85719
(602) 675-9696
Tucson, AZ 85719
(602) 675-9696
Gr: K-8 | 960 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #1212.
Academy Of Math And Science Glendale
Charter School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4610 W Glendale Ave
Tucson, AZ 85719
(623) 547-5587
Tucson, AZ 85719
(623) 547-5587
Gr: K-8 | 1,085 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #1313.
Miles-exploratory Learning Center
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1400 E Broadway Blvd
Tucson, AZ 85719
(520) 225-2200
Tucson, AZ 85719
(520) 225-2200
Gr: PK-8 | 285 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #1414.
Mansfeld Middle Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1300 E 6th St
Tucson, AZ 85719
(520) 225-1800
Tucson, AZ 85719
(520) 225-1800
Gr: 6-8 | 794 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #1515.
Frances Owen Holaway Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3500 N Cherry Ave
Tucson, AZ 85719
(520) 696-6880
Tucson, AZ 85719
(520) 696-6880
Gr: PK-5 | 241 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 85719, AZ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 85719, AZ include Sam Hughes Elementary School, Montessori Schoolhouse and Highland Free School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85719?
15 public elementary schools are located in 85719.
What is the racial composition of students in 85719?
85719 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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