For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,426 students in 85730, AZ (there are 2 private schools, serving 58 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 85730, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public 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 schools in zipcode 85730 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85730, AZ have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85730, AZ Public Schools (2026)
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 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
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 | 182 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
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 | 855 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
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 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
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 | 248 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #66.
Santa Rita High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3951 S Pantano Rd
Tucson, AZ 85730
(520) 731-7500
Tucson, AZ 85730
(520) 731-7500
Gr: 8-12 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 85730, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85730, AZ include Sonoran Science Academy East, Ford Elementary School and La Paloma Academy (Lakeside).
How many public schools are located in 85730?
6 public schools are located in 85730.
What percentage of students in 85730 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 85730 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85730?
85730 public schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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