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Very Good

#535 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 27% in state

Centennial Elementary School

Elementary School · Flowing Wells Unified District (4405)

2200 W WETMORE RD, Tucson, AZ 85705

Enrollment

439

Student-Teacher

15.7:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#535 of 2,006

In Tucson

#51 of 257

public schools

In district

#3 of 11

Flowing Wells Unified District (4405)

School environment

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Centennial Elementary School

7.5/10

Elementary School in Tucson · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Flowing Wells Junior High School

5.8/10

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5.3/10

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About Centennial Elementary School

Centennial Elementary School is a public elementary school in Tucson, AZ, part of Flowing Wells Unified District (4405). Centennial Elementary School serves approximately 439 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Centennial Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #535 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Centennial Elementary School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts above district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.4
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

38% of students at Centennial 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.1Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.84 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.8Very 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.)24% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+12.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile67th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,617
Chronic Absenteeism38.3%

Centennial Elementary School — Students at Centennial Elementary School score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 47.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 56.6% (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
59%
ELA
70%
2010
Math
65%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
81%
2012
Math
66%
ELA
81%
2013
Math
68%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
31%
ELA
39%
2015
Math
34%
ELA
43%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
25%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
32%
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: 7.1/10.

How Centennial Elementary School Compares

See how Centennial Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.5/10
73th percentile in AZ
Academic
7.8/10
Very Good
Growth
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
38.3%

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

2200 W WETMORE RD, Tucson, AZ 85705

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Centennial Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lulu Walker School (rated 8.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Robins Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, FAITH COMMUNITY ACADEMY (rated 6.8/10, 2.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Flowing Wells Junior High School Tucson 0.1 mi 5.8
Emily Meschter Early Learning Center Tucson 0.2 mi 5.3
Homer Davis Elementary School Tucson 0.7 mi 4.9
Lulu Walker School Tucson 1.2 mi 8.2
Carden of Tucson Tucson 1.2 mi 6.2
Laguna Elementary School Tucson 1.2 mi 4.7
Sonoran Science Academy - Tucson Tucson 1.4 mi 6.7
Sonoran Virtual Academy Tucson 1.4 mi 4.2
Academy of Math and Science Tucson 1.4 mi 6.2
Pima County JTED - Flowing Wells Tucson 1.4 mi
Flowing Wells High School Tucson 1.4 mi 7.0
Douglas Elementary School Tucson 1.8 mi 4.2
Pima County JTED - Master Pieces Tucson 1.9 mi
La Cima Middle School Tucson 1.9 mi 4.9
Academy Del Sol Tucson 1.8 mi 2.4
FAITH COMMUNITY ACADEMY Tucson 2.4 mi 6.8
Envision High School Tucson 2.4 mi 6.4
Robins Elementary School Tucson 2.4 mi 7.9
Amphitheater High School Tucson 2.6 mi 4.7
Desert Rose Academy Charter School Tucson 2.7 mi 3.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85705 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$36,606

Median Home Value

$113,700

Median Rent

$924/mo

Population

54,853

College Educated

20.1%

Homeownership

46%

Avg Commute

21.6 min

Poverty Rate

29.1%

Median Age

34.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Centennial Elementary School

What grades does Centennial Elementary School serve?

Centennial Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Centennial Elementary School?

Centennial Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 439 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Centennial Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Centennial Elementary School is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Centennial Elementary School rank in AZ?

Centennial Elementary School ranks #535 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Centennial Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Centennial Elementary 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 Centennial Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Centennial Elementary School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Centennial Elementary School a charter school?

No, Centennial Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Centennial Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Centennial Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
46 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
439
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Pima County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
38.3%

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