For the 2024-25 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,983 students in 85743, AZ (there are 1 private school, serving 169 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 85743, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 85743, AZ are Leman Academy Of Excellence, Rattlesnake Ridge Elementary School and Leman Academy Of Excellence East Tucson. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85743 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Arizona public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85743, AZ have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85743, AZ Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Leman Academy Of Excellence
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7720 N Silverbell Rd
Tucson, AZ 85743
(520) 639-8080
Tucson, AZ 85743
(520) 639-8080
Grades: K-8
| 1,146 students
Rank: #22.
Rattlesnake Ridge Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8500 N Continental Links Dr
Tucson, AZ 85743
(520) 352-7000
Tucson, AZ 85743
(520) 352-7000
Grades: PK-6
| 445 students
Rank: #33.
Leman Academy Of Excellence East Tucson
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10200 E Golf Links Rd
Tucson, AZ 85743
(520) 526-0474
Tucson, AZ 85743
(520) 526-0474
Grades: K-8
| 1,098 students
Rank: #44.
Coyote Trail Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8000 N Silverbell Rd
Tucson, AZ 85743
(520) 579-5105
Tucson, AZ 85743
(520) 579-5105
Grades: PK-6
| 497 students
Rank: #55.
Leman Virtual Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7720 N Silverbell Rd
Tucson, AZ 85743
(520) 462-0832
Tucson, AZ 85743
(520) 462-0832
Grades: K-8
| 142 students
Rank: #66.
Twin Peaks Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7995 W Twin Peaks Rd
Tucson, AZ 85743
(520) 579-4750
Tucson, AZ 85743
(520) 579-4750
Grades: PK-8
| 942 students
Rank: #77.
Leman Academy Of Excellence East Mesa
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3761 S Power Rd
Tucson, AZ 85743
(602) 975-4750
Tucson, AZ 85743
(602) 975-4750
Grades: K-8
| 220 students
Rank: #88.
Picture Rocks Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5875 N Sanders Rd
Tucson, AZ 85743
(520) 616-3700
Tucson, AZ 85743
(520) 616-3700
Grades: PK-6
| 493 students
85743, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
5875 N. Sanders Road
Tucson, AZ 85743
(520) 682-4749
Tucson, AZ 85743
(520) 682-4749
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 85743, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85743, AZ include Leman Academy Of Excellence, Rattlesnake Ridge Elementary School and Leman Academy Of Excellence East Tucson.
How many public schools are located in 85743?
8 public schools are located in 85743.
What percentage of students in 85743 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 85743 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85743?
85743 public schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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