Serving 50 students in grades 6-8, Pima Partnership Academy 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School / Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 50 students
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pima Partnership Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Pima Partnership Academy's student population of 50 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
50 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pima Partnership Academy 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 Pima Partnership Academy is 0.35, 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
#1842 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
8%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
80%
47%
Black
6%
6%
White
2%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pima Partnership Academy's ranking?
Pima Partnership Academy is ranked #1842 out of 1,956 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Pima Partnership Academy?
50 students attend Pima Partnership Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Pima Partnership Academy students are Hispanic, 8% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What grades does Pima Partnership Academy offer ?
Pima Partnership Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Pima Partnership Academy part of?
Pima Partnership Academy is part of Pima Prevention Partnership DBA Pima Partnership A (89864) School District.
In what neighborhood is Pima Partnership Academy located?
Pima Partnership Academy is located in the Feldmans neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Feldmans.
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