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Best 85716 Arizona Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 3,471 students in 85716, AZ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 85716, AZ are Basis Tucson Primary, Cragin Elementary School and Amerischools Academy - Tucson. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 85716 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 85716, AZ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

Best 85716, AZ Public Elementary 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: #22.
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: #33.
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: #44.
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: #55.
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: #66.
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: #77.
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: #88.
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: #99.
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%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 85716, AZ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 85716, AZ include Basis Tucson Primary, Cragin Elementary School and Amerischools Academy - Tucson.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85716?
9 public elementary schools are located in 85716.
What is the racial composition of students in 85716?
85716 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

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