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Best 85716 Arizona Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 4,288 students in 85716, AZ (there are 4 private schools, serving 598 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 85716, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 85716, AZ are Basis Tucson Primary, Edge High School - Northwest and Southern Arizona Community Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85716 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85716, AZ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

Best 85716, AZ Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Basis Tucson Primary
Charter School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
3825 E 2nd St
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 326-6367
Gr: K-12 | 785 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Edge High School - Northwest
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
231 W Giaconda Way Ste 113
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 877-9179
Gr: 9-12 | 62 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Southern Arizona Community Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2470 N Tucson Blvd
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 319-6113
Gr: 9-12 | 64 students Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #44.
Cragin Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
2945 N Tucson Blvd
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 232-6700
Gr: PK-5 | 222 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #55.
Amerischools Academy - Tucson
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1150 N Country Club Rd
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 620-1100
Gr: K-12 | 167 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #66.
Tucson Unified Virtual Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
3645 E Pima St
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 232-8770
Gr: K-12 | 1,184 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #77.
Doolen Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2400 N Country Club Rd
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 232-6900
Gr: 6-8 | 490 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
Academy Adventures Midtown
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
3025 N Winstel Blvd
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 777-3757
Gr: K-5 | 25 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
Edge High School - Himmel Park
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2555 E 1st St # 111
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 881-1389
Gr: 9-12 | 86 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #1010.
Robison Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2745 E 18th St
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 232-7800
Gr: PK-5 | 247 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #1111.
Blenman Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1695 N Country Club Rd
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 232-6500
Gr: PK-5 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #1212.
Pima Partnership Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1346 N Stone Ave
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 326-2528
Gr: 6-8 | 34 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #1313.
Catalina High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
3645 E Pima St
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 232-8400
Gr: 8-12 | 580 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: n/an/a
Saca Online
Charter School
2470 N Tucson Blvd
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 319-6113
Gr: 9-12 | 25 students Minority enrollment: 80%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 85716, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85716, AZ include Basis Tucson Primary, Edge High School - Northwest and Southern Arizona Community Academy.
How many public schools are located in 85716?
14 public schools are located in 85716.
What percentage of students in 85716 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 85716 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85716?
85716 public schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

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