Serving 344 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Irene Erickson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 344 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Irene Erickson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Irene Erickson Elementary School's student population of 344 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
344 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Academics and Lifelong Skills
School Rankings
Irene Erickson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Irene Erickson Elementary School is 0.66, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1663 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
53%
49%
Black
16%
6%
White
19%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Roadrunner
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Irene Erickson Elementary School's ranking?
Irene Erickson Elementary School is ranked #1663 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Irene Erickson Elementary School often compared to?
Irene Erickson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ford Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Irene Erickson Elementary School?
344 students attend Irene Erickson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Irene Erickson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Irene Erickson Elementary School?
Irene Erickson Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Irene Erickson Elementary School offer ?
Irene Erickson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Irene Erickson Elementary School part of?
Irene Erickson Elementary School is part of Tucson Unified District (4403).
In what neighborhood is Irene Erickson Elementary School located?
Irene Erickson Elementary School is located in the Stella Vann neighborhood of Tucson, AZ.
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