Serving 275 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Van Buskirk Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 275 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Van Buskirk Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Van Buskirk Elementary School's student population of 275 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
275 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Van Buskirk Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Van Buskirk Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#738 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
95%
47%
Black
n/a
6%
White
3%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Van Buskirk Elementary School's ranking?
Van Buskirk Elementary School is ranked #738 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Van Buskirk Elementary School?
275 students attend Van Buskirk Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Van Buskirk Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Van Buskirk Elementary School?
Van Buskirk Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Van Buskirk Elementary School offer ?
Van Buskirk Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Van Buskirk Elementary School part of?
Van Buskirk Elementary School is part of Tucson Unified District (4403) School District.
In what neighborhood is Van Buskirk Elementary School located?
Van Buskirk Elementary School is located in the Fairgrounds neighborhood of Tucson, AZ.
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