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Degrazia Elementary School

Elementary School · Marana Unified District (4404)

5051 W OVERTON RD, Tucson, AZ 85742

Enrollment

354

Student-Teacher

10.4:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,093 of 2,006

In Tucson

#125 of 257

public schools

In district

#10 of 19

Marana Unified District (4404)

School environment

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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6.1/10

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

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About Degrazia Elementary School

Degrazia Elementary School is a public elementary school in Tucson, AZ, part of Marana Unified District (4404). Degrazia Elementary School serves approximately 354 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Degrazia Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,093 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Degrazia Elementary School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

41% of students at Degrazia 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 Progress4.5Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.81 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency41% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency38% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-7.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,680
Chronic Absenteeism40.7%

Degrazia Elementary School — Students at Degrazia Elementary School score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 50.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 60.4% (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
65%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
68%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
70%
ELA
86%
2013
Math
73%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
44%
ELA
48%
2015
Math
41%
ELA
51%
2016
Math
45%
ELA
50%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
48%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
50%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
50%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
41%
ELA
34%

* 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: 4.5/10.

How Degrazia Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.1/10
46th percentile in AZ
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
40.7%

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

5051 W OVERTON RD, Tucson, AZ 85742

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Degrazia Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Leman Academy of Excellence (rated 8.4/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rattlesnake Ridge Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Robert Richardson Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Quail Run Elementary School Tucson 1.0 mi 5.4
Tortolita Middle School Tucson 1.3 mi 4.2
PCJTED - Mountain View High School Tucson 1.5 mi
Pima County JTED - Mountain View Tucson 1.5 mi
Mountain View High School Tucson 1.5 mi 6.7
MUSD Early Learning and Resource Center Tucson 2.1 mi 4.1
Legacy Traditional School - Northwest Tucson Chandler 2.1 mi 7.2
Leman Academy of Excellence Tucson 2.2 mi 8.4
Leman Virtual Academy Tucson 2.2 mi 7.6
Ironwood Elementary School Tucson 2.1 mi 7.6
Coyote Trail Elementary School Tucson 2.4 mi 7.3
BEAUTIFUL SAVIOR ACADEMY Tucson 2.6 mi
Flowing Wells Digital Campus Tucson 2.8 mi 5.5
Sentinel Peak High School Tucson 2.9 mi 5.4
Butterfield Elementary School Tucson 2.7 mi 5.6
ST ELIZABETH ANN SETON SCHOOL Tucson 2.7 mi 6.6
Rattlesnake Ridge Elementary Tucson 3.0 mi 8.3
Robert Richardson Elementary School Tucson 3.5 mi 8.3
Mountain Rose Academy Tucson 3.8 mi 4.8
REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Tucson 3.5 mi 4.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85742 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$96,550

Median Home Value

$339,100

Median Rent

$1,636/mo

Population

30,198

College Educated

41.6%

Homeownership

80.2%

Avg Commute

25.2 min

Poverty Rate

6%

Median Age

42.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Degrazia Elementary School

What grades does Degrazia Elementary School serve?

Degrazia Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Degrazia Elementary School?

Degrazia Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 354 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Degrazia Elementary School is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Degrazia Elementary School rank in AZ?

Degrazia Elementary School ranks #1,093 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Degrazia Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Degrazia Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Degrazia Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Degrazia Elementary School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Degrazia Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Degrazia Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
354
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Pima County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
40.7%

District

Marana Unified District (4404)
District Enrollment
12,872
Schools in District
20
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,680
District Rank
#10 of 19

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