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#879 of 2,006 schools in AZ

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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

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#879 of 2,006

In Tucson

#96 of 257

public schools

In district

#12 of 22

Amphitheater Unified District (4406)

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Copper Creek Elementary School

6.6/10

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

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8.2/10

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About Copper Creek Elementary School

Copper Creek Elementary School is a public elementary school in Tucson, AZ, part of Amphitheater Unified District (4406). Copper Creek Elementary School serves approximately 299 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Copper Creek Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #879 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Copper Creek Elementary School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Copper Creek Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.7Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.77 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.7Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+3.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile66th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,104
Chronic Absenteeism27.8%

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

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 59.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 69.3% (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
79%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
79%
ELA
94%
2013
Math
81%
ELA
93%
2014
Math
51%
ELA
55%
2015
Math
46%
ELA
64%
2016
Math
56%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
49%
ELA
66%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
47%
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: 4.7/10.

How Copper Creek Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.6/10
56th percentile in AZ
Academic
7.7/10
Very Good
Growth
4.7/10
Below Average
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.8%

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

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 9.7/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Oro Valley), which scores notably higher. Another option is Painted Sky Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Oro Valley), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BASIS Oro Valley Primary (rated 8.8/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Oro Valley), 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 8.2
Painted Sky Elementary School Oro Valley 1.5 mi 9.0
RESURRECTION LUTHERAN CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Oro Valley 1.4 mi
The Innovation Academy Oro Valley 1.8 mi 9.7
Richard B Wilson Jr School Oro Valley 1.9 mi 7.8
CASAS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Oro Valley 2.1 mi 6.3
Ironwood Ridge High School Oro Valley 2.1 mi 6.7
BASIS Oro Valley Primary Oro Valley 2.5 mi 8.8
BASIS Oro Valley Oro Valley 2.5 mi 8.9
Canyon Del Oro High School Oro Valley 3.1 mi 7.8
PUSCH RIDGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY UPPER SCHOOL Tucson 3.1 mi 5.4
Mesa Verde Elementary School Tucson 4.3 mi 8.1
Ironwood Elementary School Tucson 4.1 mi 7.6
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

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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 ranks #879 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Copper Creek Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Copper Creek Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Copper Creek Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Copper Creek Elementary School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

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

Walk Score
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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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
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.8%

District

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

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