For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,393 students in 85749, AZ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 85749, AZ are Hermosa Montessori Charter, Tanque Verde Elementary School and Agua Caliente School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 85749 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 85749, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85749, AZ Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hermosa Montessori Charter
Charter School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
12051 E Fort Lowell Rd
Tucson, AZ 85749
(520) 749-5518
Tucson, AZ 85749
(520) 749-5518
Gr: K-8 | 230 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Tanque Verde Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2600 N Fennimore Ave
Tucson, AZ 85749
(520) 749-4244
Tucson, AZ 85749
(520) 749-4244
Gr: PK-6 | 582 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #33.
Agua Caliente School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11420 E Limberlost Rd
Tucson, AZ 85749
(520) 749-2235
Tucson, AZ 85749
(520) 749-2235
Gr: PK-6 | 449 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #44.
Collier Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3900 N Bear Canyon Rd
Tucson, AZ 85749
(520) 584-4800
Tucson, AZ 85749
(520) 584-4800
Gr: PK-6 | 132 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 85749, AZ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 85749, AZ include Hermosa Montessori Charter, Tanque Verde Elementary School and Agua Caliente School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85749?
4 public elementary schools are located in 85749.
What is the racial composition of students in 85749?
85749 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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