Serving 72 students in grades 6-8, Paulo Freire Freedom School - University ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 72 students
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paulo Freire Freedom School - University ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Paulo Freire Freedom School - University's student population of 72 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
72 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Paulo Freire Freedom School - University ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paulo Freire Freedom School - University is 0.59, 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
#1170 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
43%
47%
Black
n/a
6%
White
47%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paulo Freire Freedom School - University's ranking?
Paulo Freire Freedom School - University is ranked #1170 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Paulo Freire Freedom School - University often compared to?
Paulo Freire Freedom School - Universityis often viewed alongside schools like Paulo Freire Freedom School - Downtown by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Paulo Freire Freedom School - University?
72 students attend Paulo Freire Freedom School - University.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Paulo Freire Freedom School - University students are White, 43% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What grades does Paulo Freire Freedom School - University offer ?
Paulo Freire Freedom School - University offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Paulo Freire Freedom School - University part of?
Paulo Freire Freedom School - University is part of City Center For Collaborative Learning (85448) School District.
In what neighborhood is Paulo Freire Freedom School - University located?
Paulo Freire Freedom School - University is located in the West University neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 3 other public schools located in West University.
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