Serving 27 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Mary Meredith K-12 School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 1:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Special education school / Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 27 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 1:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mary Meredith K-12 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Mary Meredith K-12 School's student population of 27 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 380% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
27 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mary Meredith K-12 School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mary Meredith K-12 School is 0.69, 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
#437 out of 1956 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
1:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
33%
47%
Black
19%
6%
White
41%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)≥50%
78%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mary Meredith K-12 School's ranking?
Mary Meredith K-12 School is ranked #437 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Mary Meredith K-12 School often compared to?
Mary Meredith K-12 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rillito Center, A. C. E. by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mary Meredith K-12 School?
The graduation rate of Mary Meredith K-12 School is 50%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 78%.
How many students attend Mary Meredith K-12 School?
27 students attend Mary Meredith K-12 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Mary Meredith K-12 School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mary Meredith K-12 School?
Mary Meredith K-12 School has a student ration of 1:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mary Meredith K-12 School offer ?
Mary Meredith K-12 School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Mary Meredith K-12 School part of?
Mary Meredith K-12 School is part of Tucson Unified District (4403) School District.
In what neighborhood is Mary Meredith K-12 School located?
Mary Meredith K-12 School is located in the Duffy neighborhood of Tucson, AZ.
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