Needs Improvement
#1949 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Craycroft Elementary School
Elementary School · Sunnyside Unified District (4407)
5455 E. Littletown Rd., Tucson, AZ 85706
Enrollment
595
Student-Teacher
20.5:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
595
Student-Teacher
20.5:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,949 of 2,006
In Tucson
#251 of 257
public schools
In district
#18 of 21
Sunnyside Unified District (4407)
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Craycroft Elementary School
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About Craycroft Elementary School
Craycroft Elementary School is a public elementary school in Tucson, AZ, part of Sunnyside Unified District (4407). Craycroft Elementary School serves approximately 595 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 20.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Craycroft Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,949 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Craycroft Elementary School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.8
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Craycroft Elementary School runs 20.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
61% of students at Craycroft 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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Craycroft Elementary School — Students at Craycroft Elementary School score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
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: 1.9/10.
How Craycroft Elementary School Compares
See how Craycroft 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
5455 E. Littletown Rd., Tucson, AZ 85706
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Craycroft Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ocotillo Early Learning Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 4.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Borman K-8 School (rated 7.5/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Los Amigos Elementary School (rated 6.3/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Billy Lane Lauffer Middle School Tucson | 0.1 mi | 2.7 |
| PCJTED - Desert View High School Tucson | 1.6 mi | — |
| Desert View High School Tucson | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Los Ninos Elementary School Tucson | 2.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Gallego Primary Fine Arts Magnet Tucson | 2.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Gallego Intermediate Fine Arts Magnet School Tucson | 2.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Sonoran Science Academy - Davis Monthan Tucson | 3.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Borman K-8 School Tucson | 3.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Irene Erickson Elementary School Tucson | 3.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Canyon Rose Academy Tucson | 4.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Vail Academy & High School Vail | 3.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Esperanza Elementary School Tucson | 3.8 mi | 3.5 |
| Los Amigos Elementary School Tucson | 3.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Sonoran Science Academy East Tucson | 4.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Santa Rita High School Tucson | 4.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Myers-Ganoung Elementary School Tucson | 4.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Wheeler Elementary School Tucson | 4.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Ocotillo Early Learning Elementary School Tucson | 4.1 mi | 8.9 |
| PCJTED - Sunnyside High School Tucson | 4.1 mi | — |
| Sunnyside High School Tucson | 4.1 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85706 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,072
Median Home Value
$169,600
Median Rent
$981/mo
Population
56,022
College Educated
9.6%
Homeownership
57.9%
Avg Commute
22.3 min
Poverty Rate
23.1%
Median Age
29.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Craycroft Elementary School
What grades does Craycroft Elementary School serve?
Craycroft Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Craycroft Elementary School?
Craycroft Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 595 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Craycroft Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Craycroft Elementary School is 20.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Craycroft Elementary School rank in AZ?
Craycroft Elementary School ranks #1,949 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Craycroft Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Craycroft Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 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 Craycroft Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Craycroft Elementary School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Craycroft Elementary School a charter school?
No, Craycroft Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Craycroft Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Craycroft Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 595
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Pima County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 61.3%
- Phone
- (520) 545-2600
Resources & Links
District
Sunnyside Unified District (4407)- District Enrollment
- 14,144
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,153
- District Rank
- #18 of 21
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