Serving 86 students in grades 9-12, Tucson Preparatory 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%).
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 86 students
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: ≤20% (Btm 50% 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
Tucson Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Tucson Preparatory School's student population of 86 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
86 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade

School Rankings
Tucson Preparatory 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 Tucson Preparatory School is 0.48, 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
#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
n/a
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%

Asian
n/a
3%

Hispanic
69%
48%

Black
5%
6%

White
21%
34%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
≤20%
77%

Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
40%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
10%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tucson Preparatory School's ranking?
Tucson Preparatory School is ranked #437 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
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 Tucson Preparatory School?
The graduation rate of Tucson Preparatory School is 20%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Tucson Preparatory School?
86 students attend Tucson Preparatory School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Tucson Preparatory School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Tucson Preparatory School offer ?
Tucson Preparatory School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Tucson Preparatory School part of?
Tucson Preparatory School is part of Tucson Preparatory School (6374) School District.
In what neighborhood is Tucson Preparatory School located?
Tucson Preparatory School is located in the Amphi neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 8 other public schools located in Amphi.
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