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#666 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 33% in state

Bonillas Elementary Basic Curriculum Magnet School

Elementary School · Tucson Unified District (4403)

4757 E WINSETT ST, Tucson, AZ 85711

Enrollment

405

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#666 of 2,006

In Tucson

#67 of 257

public schools

In district

#22 of 86

Tucson Unified District (4403)

School environment

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Bonillas Elementary Basic Curriculum Magnet School

7.2/10

Elementary School in Tucson · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.0/10

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About Bonillas Elementary Basic Curriculum Magnet School

Bonillas Elementary Basic Curriculum Magnet School is a public elementary school in Tucson, AZ, part of Tucson Unified District (4403). Bonillas Elementary Basic Curriculum Magnet School serves approximately 405 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Bonillas Elementary Basic Curriculum Magnet School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #666 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Bonillas Elementary Basic Curriculum Magnet School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.2
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

34% of students at Bonillas Elementary Basic Curriculum Magnet School 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 Progress6.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.18 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.4Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)32% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+4.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile62th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,783
Chronic Absenteeism34.3%

Bonillas Elementary Basic Curriculum Magnet School — Students at Bonillas Elementary Basic Curriculum Magnet School score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 41.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 47.6% (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
60%
ELA
69%
2010
Math
54%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
61%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
69%
2013
Math
59%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
33%
ELA
30%
2015
Math
34%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
38%
ELA
31%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
37%

* 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: 6.3/10.

How Bonillas Elementary Basic Curriculum Magnet School Compares

See how Bonillas Elementary Basic Curriculum Magnet School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.2/10
67th percentile in AZ
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
6.3/10
Average
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
34.3%

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

4757 E WINSETT ST, Tucson, AZ 85711

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bonillas Elementary Basic Curriculum Magnet School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Desert Sky Community School (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Lineweaver Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, FAITH LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Lineweaver Elementary School Tucson 0.7 mi 8.0
PCJTED - Rincon High School Tucson 0.9 mi
University High School Tucson 0.9 mi 9.1
Rincon High School Tucson 0.9 mi 5.8
TUCSON BAPTIST ACADEMY Tucson 0.9 mi 7.0
Alice Vail Middle School Tucson 0.8 mi 6.0
Myers-Ganoung Elementary School Tucson 0.9 mi 5.5
Roberts Naylor Tucson 1.0 mi 5.6
RENAISSANCE ACADEMY TUCSON Tucson 1.1 mi 7.8
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Tucson 1.0 mi
Mary Meredith K-12 School Tucson 1.2 mi
Howell Peter Elementary Tucson 1.3 mi 6.1
FAITH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Tucson 1.4 mi 7.2
Children Reaching for the Sky Preparatory Tucson 1.5 mi 5.6
Future Investment Middle School Tucson 1.5 mi 5.0
Desert Sky Community School Tucson 1.7 mi 8.1
Sky Islands Tucson 1.5 mi 7.3
W Arthur Sewel Elementary School Tucson 1.6 mi 6.9
BASIS Tucson Primary Tucson 1.8 mi 6.8
Desert Sage High School Tucson 1.7 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85711 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$52,358

Median Home Value

$248,600

Median Rent

$1,001/mo

Population

41,201

College Educated

30.5%

Homeownership

48.1%

Avg Commute

20.4 min

Poverty Rate

21.9%

Median Age

38

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bonillas Elementary Basic Curriculum Magnet School

What grades does Bonillas Elementary Basic Curriculum Magnet School serve?

Bonillas Elementary Basic Curriculum Magnet School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Bonillas Elementary Basic Curriculum Magnet School?

Bonillas Elementary Basic Curriculum Magnet School has an enrollment of approximately 405 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bonillas Elementary Basic Curriculum Magnet School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bonillas Elementary Basic Curriculum Magnet School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bonillas Elementary Basic Curriculum Magnet School rank in AZ?

Bonillas Elementary Basic Curriculum Magnet School ranks #666 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Bonillas Elementary Basic Curriculum Magnet School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bonillas Elementary Basic Curriculum Magnet School 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 Bonillas Elementary Basic Curriculum Magnet School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bonillas Elementary Basic Curriculum Magnet School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Bonillas Elementary Basic Curriculum Magnet School a charter school?

No, Bonillas Elementary Basic Curriculum Magnet School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bonillas Elementary Basic Curriculum Magnet School a Title I school?

No, Bonillas Elementary Basic Curriculum Magnet School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
31 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
37 Some Transit
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
405
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Pima County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
34.3%

District

Tucson Unified District (4403)
District Enrollment
40,929
Schools in District
90
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,783
District Rank
#22 of 86

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