Serving 335 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Drachman Primary Magnet School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 335 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Drachman Primary Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Drachman Primary Magnet School's student population of 335 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
335 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Drachman Primary Magnet School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Drachman Primary Magnet School is 0.54, 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
#1100 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
4%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
64%
49%
Black
5%
6%
White
22%
33%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bunnies
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Drachman Primary Magnet School's ranking?
Drachman Primary Magnet School is ranked #1100 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Drachman Primary Magnet School?
335 students attend Drachman Primary Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Drachman Primary Magnet School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Drachman Primary Magnet School?
Drachman Primary Magnet School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Drachman Primary Magnet School offer ?
Drachman Primary Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Drachman Primary Magnet School part of?
Drachman Primary Magnet School is part of Tucson Unified District (4403).
In what neighborhood is Drachman Primary Magnet School located?
Drachman Primary Magnet School is located in the Barrio Santa Rosa neighborhood of Tucson, AZ.
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