Serving 445 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Rattlesnake Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% 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-6
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rattlesnake Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Rattlesnake Ridge Elementary School's student population of 445 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
445 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rattlesnake Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rattlesnake Ridge Elementary School 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
#308 out of 1956 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
41%
47%
Black
2%
6%
White
49%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rattlesnake Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Rattlesnake Ridge Elementary School is ranked #308 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Rattlesnake Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Rattlesnake Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Twin Peaks Elementary School, Coyote Trail Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Rattlesnake Ridge Elementary School?
445 students attend Rattlesnake Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Rattlesnake Ridge Elementary School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rattlesnake Ridge Elementary School?
Rattlesnake Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rattlesnake Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Rattlesnake Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Rattlesnake Ridge Elementary School part of?
Rattlesnake Ridge Elementary School is part of Marana Unified District (4404) School District.
In what neighborhood is Rattlesnake Ridge Elementary School located?
Rattlesnake Ridge Elementary School is located in the The Pines neighborhood of Tucson, AZ.
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