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Copper Creek Elementary School

Elementary School · Amphitheater Unified District (4406)

11620 N COPPER SPRING TRL, Tucson, AZ 85737

Enrollment

299

Student-Teacher

9.6:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Tucson

#170 of 246

public schools

Arizona elementary schools

#839 of 1,216

In district

#18 of 22

Amphitheater Unified District (4406)

School environment

9.2 / 10

Exceptional

About Copper Creek Elementary School

Copper Creek Elementary School serves 299 students in prekindergarten through fifth grade in Tucson's affluent northern suburbs. With 31 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains an impressive 9.6-to-1 student-teacher ratio, allowing for more individualized attention in the classroom. The school earns a solid 7.2 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranks #395 out of 2,029 Arizona elementary schools, placing it in the 81st percentile statewide.

Academic performance shows particular strength in mathematics, where 47% of students achieve proficiency or above across grade levels, while 37% demonstrate proficiency in English Language Arts and reading. Copper Creek Elementary operates within the 85737 ZIP code area, a well-established community where the median household income reaches $101,165 and 54% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The neighborhood's low poverty rate of 8.6% reflects the economic stability of families in the area, with median home values around $394,400.

Located along North Copper Spring Trail, the school sits in Tucson's large suburban landscape, serving families in one of Pima County's more prosperous residential areas where educational investment and community support create a foundation for student success.

What Parents Should Know

With a student-teacher ratio of 9.6:1, Copper Creek Elementary School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-6.2 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.7Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47%
Reading/ELA Proficiency37%
Overall Proficiency42%
Expected (poverty-adj.)38%
vs. Expected+4.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile66th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment9.2Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,331

Copper Creek Elementary School — Students at Copper Creek Elementary School score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

0.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 45.3%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 48.7%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2019
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
47%
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: 2.8/10.

How Copper Creek Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.5/10
30th percentile in AZ
Academic
7.7/10
7.7/10
Growth
2.8/10
Below average
Environment
9.2/10
Above average

Location

11620 N COPPER SPRING TRL, Tucson, AZ 85737

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Copper Creek Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. The Innovation Academy (rated 9.0/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Oro Valley), which scores notably higher. Another option is Richard B Wilson Jr School (rated 8.0/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Oro Valley), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mesa Verde Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 4.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Leman Academy of Excellence-Oro Valley Arizona Tucson 0.9 mi 6.2
Painted Sky Elementary School Oro Valley 1.5 mi 7.4
RESURRECTION LUTHERAN CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Oro Valley 1.4 mi
The Innovation Academy Oro Valley 1.8 mi 9.0
Richard B Wilson Jr School Oro Valley 1.9 mi 8.0
CASAS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Oro Valley 2.1 mi 6.3
Ironwood Ridge High School Oro Valley 2.1 mi 8.2
BASIS Oro Valley Primary Oro Valley 2.5 mi 7.2
BASIS Oro Valley Oro Valley 2.5 mi 7.8
Canyon Del Oro High School Oro Valley 3.1 mi 8.2
PUSCH RIDGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY UPPER SCHOOL Tucson 3.1 mi 5.4
Mesa Verde Elementary School Tucson 4.3 mi 7.8
Ironwood Elementary School Tucson 4.1 mi 7.2
ASCENSION LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL Tucson 4.5 mi
MIS MANOS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Tucson 4.6 mi
ST MARKS EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Tucson 4.7 mi
ST ELIZABETH ANN SETON SCHOOL Tucson 4.5 mi 6.6
IMMACULATE HEART HIGH SCHOOL Tucson 4.7 mi 7.2
IMMACULATE HEART ACADEMY Oro Valley 4.8 mi 7.8
ST ANDREW'S PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Tucson 5.0 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85737 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$106,812

Median Home Value

$433,600

Median Rent

$1,710/mo

Population

22,951

College Educated

54.1%

Homeownership

76.7%

Avg Commute

26.3 min

Poverty Rate

7.1%

Median Age

52.4

Community Profile

The community surrounding Copper Creek Elementary School has a median household income of $106,812. It is a well-educated community where 54% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $433,600, with a median rent of $1,710/month. The local poverty rate of 7.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Copper Creek Elementary School

What grades does Copper Creek Elementary School serve?

Copper Creek Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Copper Creek Elementary School?

Copper Creek Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 299 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Copper Creek Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Copper Creek Elementary School is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Copper Creek Elementary School rank in AZ?

Copper Creek Elementary School is ranked #1404 out of 2,000 schools in AZ.

What is Copper Creek Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Copper Creek Elementary School has a composite rating of 5.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Copper Creek Elementary School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Copper Creek Elementary School has 45.3% math proficiency and 48.7% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Copper Creek Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Copper Creek Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (3,922/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Tucson). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
299
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Pima County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Amphitheater Unified District (4406)
District Enrollment
11,835
Schools in District
22
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,104
District Rank
#18 of 22

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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