Very Good
#628 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 31% in state
Cavett Elementary School
Elementary School · Tucson Unified District (4403)
2120 E NACO VIS, Tucson, AZ 85713
Enrollment
200
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
200
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#628 of 2,006
In Tucson
#63 of 257
public schools
In district
#20 of 86
Tucson Unified District (4403)
School environment
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Cavett Elementary School
Cavett Elementary School is a public elementary school in Tucson, AZ, part of Tucson Unified District (4403). Cavett Elementary School serves approximately 200 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Cavett Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #628 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Cavett Elementary School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 6.2
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
45% of students at Cavett Elementary 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
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Cavett Elementary School — Students at Cavett Elementary School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.7/10.
How Cavett Elementary School Compares
See how Cavett Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2120 E NACO VIS, Tucson, AZ 85713
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cavett Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Van Buskirk Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Highland Free School (rated 7.5/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Borton Primary Magnet School (rated 7.4/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Southside Community School Tucson | 0.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Utterback Middle School Tucson | 0.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Youth Works Charter High School Tucson | 0.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Pueblo Gardens Elementary Tucson | 0.5 mi | 3.0 |
| Holladay Intermediate Magnet School Tucson | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| PPEP TEC - Celestino Fernandez Learning Center Tucson | 1.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Pima County JTED - Bridges Day Program Tucson | 1.2 mi | — |
| Pima County JTED - Bridges Evening Program Tucson | 1.2 mi | — |
| Innovation Tech High School Tucson | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Robison Elementary School Tucson | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Borton Primary Magnet School Tucson | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Van Buskirk Elementary School Tucson | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Alta Vista High School Tucson | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Highland Free School Tucson | 2.0 mi | 7.5 |
| ST AMBROSE SCHOOL Tucson | 2.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Las Puertas Community School Tucson | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Rivera Elementary Tucson | 2.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Wakefield Middle School Tucson | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Mission View Elementary School Tucson | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Children Reaching for the Sky Preparatory Tucson | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85713 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,264
Median Home Value
$171,700
Median Rent
$1,017/mo
Population
45,615
College Educated
20.6%
Homeownership
62%
Avg Commute
21.3 min
Poverty Rate
22.7%
Median Age
36.6
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|---|---|
| EAGLE College Preparatory School- Mesa Mesa, AZ | 7.3 |
| La Tierra Community School Prescott, AZ | 7.3 |
| Mohawk Valley School Roll, AZ | 7.3 |
| Montessori Schoolhouse Tucson, AZ | 7.3 |
| Robert Bracker Elementary Nogales, AZ | 7.3 |
| CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL Mesa, AZ | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cavett Elementary School
What grades does Cavett Elementary School serve?
Cavett Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Cavett Elementary School?
Cavett Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 200 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cavett Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cavett Elementary School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cavett Elementary School rank in AZ?
Cavett Elementary School ranks #628 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Cavett Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Cavett Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Cavett Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cavett Elementary School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Cavett Elementary School a charter school?
No, Cavett Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cavett Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Cavett Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 200
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Pima County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.5%
- Phone
- (520) 225-1300
Resources & Links
District
Tucson Unified District (4403)- District Enrollment
- 40,929
- Schools in District
- 90
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,783
- District Rank
- #20 of 86
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