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Very Good

#658 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 33% in state

Anza Trail

Elementary School · Sahuarita Unified District (4411)

350 W SAHUARITA RD, Sahuarita, AZ 85629

Enrollment

1,235

Student-Teacher

19:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#658 of 2,006

In Sahuarita

#3 of 11

public schools

In district

#3 of 10

Sahuarita Unified District (4411)

Academic performance

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Anza Trail

7.2/10

Elementary School in Sahuarita · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Sahuarita Middle School

6.2/10

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About Anza Trail

Anza Trail is a public elementary school in Sahuarita, AZ, part of Sahuarita Unified District (4411). Anza Trail serves approximately 1,235 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 19:1 student-teacher ratio. Anza Trail has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #658 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Anza Trail show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.0
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

32% of students at Anza Trail were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.0Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.88 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+5.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile74th
Resources & Environment6.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19:1
Per-Pupil Spending$8,786
Chronic Absenteeism32.4%

Anza Trail — Students at Anza Trail score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 55.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 64.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
76%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
88%
2011
Math
71%
ELA
86%
2012
Math
71%
ELA
88%
2013
Math
71%
ELA
88%
2014
Math
38%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
48%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
50%
2017
Math
51%
ELA
53%
2018
Math
51%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
51%
ELA
58%
2020*
Math
41%
ELA
53%
2021*
Math
41%
ELA
53%
2022
Math
49%
ELA
54%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.0/10.

How Anza Trail Compares

See how Anza Trail performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.2/10
67th percentile in AZ
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
6.0/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
65 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

350 W SAHUARITA RD, Sahuarita, AZ 85629

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Anza Trail may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Copper View Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Continental Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 8.9 miles away, in nearby Green Valley), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SAN XAVIER MISSION SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 9.7 miles away, in nearby Tucson), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Sahuarita, see our Sahuarita schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Sahuarita Middle School Sahuarita 0.7 mi 6.2
PCJTED - Sahuarita High School Tucson 0.8 mi
Sahuarita High School Sahuarita 0.8 mi 6.3
Sahuarita Intermediate School Sahuarita 0.8 mi 7.0
Sahuarita Digital Pathways Academy Sahuarita 0.8 mi 4.7
Sahuarita Primary School Sahuarita 0.8 mi 7.2
Copper View Elementary School Sahuarita 1.0 mi 8.3
Wrightson Ridge K-8 School Sahuarita 1.2 mi 7.0
PCJTED - Walden Grove High School Tucson 2.4 mi
Walden Grove High School Sahuarita 2.4 mi 6.9
Great Expectations Academy Sahuarita 3.1 mi 6.5
Summit View Elementary Tucson 6.9 mi 2.9
Colearn Academy Arizona Green Valley 7.1 mi
Continental Elementary School Green Valley 8.9 mi 7.6
SAN XAVIER MISSION SCHOOL Tucson 9.7 mi 7.5
Challenger Middle School Tucson 10.8 mi 3.4
Santa Clara Elementary School Tucson 10.8 mi 5.1
Elvira Elementary School Tucson 10.9 mi 6.8
SAN MIGUEL HIGH SCHOOL Tucson 11.1 mi 5.5
Maldonado Amelia Elementary School Tucson 10.9 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85629 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$106,039

Median Home Value

$313,600

Median Rent

$1,770/mo

Population

30,989

College Educated

36.2%

Homeownership

81.7%

Avg Commute

28.7 min

Poverty Rate

9.1%

Median Age

32.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Anza Trail

What grades does Anza Trail serve?

Anza Trail serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Anza Trail?

Anza Trail has an enrollment of approximately 1,235 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Anza Trail?

The student-teacher ratio at Anza Trail is 19:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Anza Trail rank in AZ?

Anza Trail ranks #658 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Anza Trail's MySchoolScout rating?

Anza Trail has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Anza Trail?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Anza Trail has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Anza Trail a charter school?

No, Anza Trail is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Anza Trail a Title I school?

No, Anza Trail is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
1,235
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers (FTE)
65
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Pima County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.4%

District

Sahuarita Unified District (4411)
District Enrollment
6,431
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$8,786
District Rank
#3 of 10

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