Serving 40 students in grades 6-10, Las Puertas Community 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 6-10
- Enrollment: 40 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Las Puertas Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Las Puertas Community School's student population of 40 students has declined by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-10
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
40 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Year Founded
2014
School Calendar
School Motto
Las Puertas Community School inspires hope and creates opportunities for success for all students through our StrengthBuilding alternative school community.
School Rankings
Las Puertas Community 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 Las Puertas Community School is 0.52, 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
#1411 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
17:1
American Indian
35%
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
60%
49%
Black
n/a
6%
White
2%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Las Puertas Community School's ranking?
Las Puertas Community School is ranked #1411 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Las Puertas Community School?
40 students attend Las Puertas Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Las Puertas Community School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Las Puertas Community School?
Las Puertas Community School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Las Puertas Community School offer ?
Las Puertas Community School offers enrollment in grades 6-10 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Las Puertas Community School part of?
Las Puertas Community School is part of Strengthbuilding Partners (91992) School District.
In what neighborhood is Las Puertas Community School located?
Las Puertas Community School is located in the Mission View neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Mission View.
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