Serving 499 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Borman K-8 School ranks in the top 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 34% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 499 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Borman K-8 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Borman K-8 School's student population of 499 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
499 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Borman K-8 School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Borman K-8 School is 0.71, which is more 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
#721 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
25%
47%
Black
12%
6%
White
44%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
16%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
23%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Borman K-8 School's ranking?
Borman K-8 School is ranked #721 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Borman K-8 School often compared to?
Borman K-8 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Annie Kellond Elementary School, W Arthur Sewel Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Borman K-8 School?
499 students attend Borman K-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Borman K-8 School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Borman K-8 School?
Borman K-8 School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Borman K-8 School offer ?
Borman K-8 School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Borman K-8 School part of?
Borman K-8 School is part of Tucson Unified District (4403) School District.
In what neighborhood is Borman K-8 School located?
Borman K-8 School is located in the Davis Monthan neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Davis Monthan.
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