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Very Good

#553 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 28% in state

Borman K-8 School

Elementary School · Tucson Unified District (4403)

6630 E LIGHTNING DR, Tucson, AZ 85708

Enrollment

457

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#553 of 2,006

In Tucson

#52 of 257

public schools

In district

#16 of 86

Tucson Unified District (4403)

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Borman K-8 School

7.5/10

Elementary School in Tucson · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Borman K-8 School

Borman K-8 School is a public elementary school in Tucson, AZ, part of Tucson Unified District (4403). Borman K-8 School serves approximately 457 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Borman K-8 School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #553 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Borman K-8 School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.2
  • AZ avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.13 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.9Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency41% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)32% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+8.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile68th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,783
Chronic Absenteeism21.2%

Borman K-8 School — Students at Borman K-8 School score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 57.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 67.1% (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
62%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
59%
ELA
61%
2018
Math
54%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
54%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
26%
ELA
50%
2021*
Math
26%
ELA
50%
2022
Math
34%
ELA
48%

* 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: 6.4/10.

How Borman K-8 School Compares

See how Borman K-8 School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.5/10
73th percentile in AZ
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.2%

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

6630 E LIGHTNING DR, Tucson, AZ 85708

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Borman K-8 School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Annie Kellond Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Bonillas Elementary Basic Curriculum Magnet School (rated 7.2/10, 2.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, W Arthur Sewel Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 2.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Canyon Rose Academy Tucson 0.5 mi 3.8
Sonoran Science Academy - Davis Monthan Tucson 0.6 mi 6.4
Irene Erickson Elementary School Tucson 0.9 mi 4.9
Wheeler Elementary School Tucson 1.0 mi 5.1
OUR MOTHER OF SORROWS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Tucson 1.4 mi 6.5
Palo Verde High Magnet School Tucson 1.6 mi 6.3
Myers-Ganoung Elementary School Tucson 1.6 mi 5.5
Sky Islands Tucson 1.8 mi 7.3
Alice Vail Middle School Tucson 1.9 mi 6.0
Annie Kellond Elementary School Tucson 2.0 mi 8.0
Sonoran Science Academy East Tucson 1.7 mi 5.7
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Tucson 2.2 mi
Academy of Tucson Middle School Tucson 2.0 mi 4.2
Dietz K-8 School Tucson 2.0 mi 5.0
AUTISM ACADEMY FOR EDUCATION & DEVELOPMENT Tucson 2.4 mi 7.3
Booth-Fickett Math/Science Magnet School Tucson 2.3 mi 4.3
Bonillas Elementary Basic Curriculum Magnet School Tucson 2.4 mi 7.2
W Arthur Sewel Elementary School Tucson 2.6 mi 6.9
Roberts Naylor Tucson 2.3 mi 5.6
TUCSON BAPTIST ACADEMY Tucson 2.5 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85708 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,021

Median Rent

$1,584/mo

Population

4,279

College Educated

29.1%

Homeownership

0.5%

Poverty Rate

7.6%

Median Age

23.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Borman K-8 School

What grades does Borman K-8 School serve?

Borman K-8 School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Borman K-8 School?

Borman K-8 School has an enrollment of approximately 457 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Borman K-8 School?

The student-teacher ratio at Borman K-8 School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Borman K-8 School rank in AZ?

Borman K-8 School ranks #553 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Borman K-8 School's MySchoolScout rating?

Borman K-8 School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Borman K-8 School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Borman K-8 School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Borman K-8 School a charter school?

No, Borman K-8 School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Borman K-8 School a Title I school?

No, Borman K-8 School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
34 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
32 Some Transit
Bike Score
70 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
457
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Pima County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.2%

District

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

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