Serving 354 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Morgan Maxwell 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 7% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morgan Maxwell School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Morgan Maxwell School's student population of 354 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
354 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Morgan Maxwell 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 Morgan Maxwell School is 0.47, 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
#1778 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
8%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
72%
49%
Black
7%
6%
White
9%
33%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morgan Maxwell School's ranking?
Morgan Maxwell School is ranked #1778 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?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Morgan Maxwell School?
354 students attend Morgan Maxwell School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Morgan Maxwell School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 8% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morgan Maxwell School?
Morgan Maxwell School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Morgan Maxwell School offer ?
Morgan Maxwell School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Morgan Maxwell School part of?
Morgan Maxwell School is part of Tucson Unified District (4403).
In what neighborhood is Morgan Maxwell School located?
Morgan Maxwell School is located in the Greasewood Park neighborhood of Tucson, AZ.
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