Below Average
#1753 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Douglas Elementary School
Elementary School · Flowing Wells Unified District (4405)
3302 N FLOWING WELLS RD, Tucson, AZ 85705
Enrollment
539
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
539
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,753 of 2,006
In Tucson
#217 of 257
public schools
In district
#11 of 11
Flowing Wells Unified District (4405)
School environment
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Douglas Elementary School
Elementary School in Tucson · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Douglas Elementary School
Douglas Elementary School is a public elementary school in Tucson, AZ, part of Flowing Wells Unified District (4405). Douglas Elementary School serves approximately 539 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Douglas Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,753 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Douglas Elementary School show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 6.4
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Douglas 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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Douglas Elementary School — Students at Douglas Elementary School score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
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: 2.7/10.
How Douglas Elementary School Compares
See how Douglas Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3302 N FLOWING WELLS RD, Tucson, AZ 85705
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Douglas Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Centennial Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Homer Davis Elementary School (rated 4.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, L M Prince School (rated 4.7/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Academy of Math and Science Tucson | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Pima County JTED - Flowing Wells Tucson | 0.5 mi | — |
| Flowing Wells High School Tucson | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Academy Del Sol Tucson | 1.1 mi | 2.4 |
| E C Nash School Tucson | 1.1 mi | 3.6 |
| Envision High School Tucson | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Desert Rose Academy Charter School Tucson | 1.1 mi | 3.7 |
| Homer Davis Elementary School Tucson | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Amphitheater High School Tucson | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Tucson Preparatory School Tucson | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| L M Prince School Tucson | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School Tucson | 1.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Amphitheater Middle School Tucson | 1.6 mi | 3.3 |
| Rillito Center Tucson | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Centennial Elementary School Tucson | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Flowing Wells Junior High School Tucson | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Emily Meschter Early Learning Center Tucson | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
| ASDB - Tucson Campus Tucson | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
| ASDB - ELP Tucson Campus Preschool Tucson | 2.1 mi | — |
| Helen Keeling Elementary School Tucson | 1.8 mi | 3.5 |
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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| Calibre Academy Surprise Surprise, AZ | 4.2 |
| Desert Palms Elementary School Glendale, AZ | 4.2 |
| Fowler Elementary School Phoenix, AZ | 4.2 |
| Pioneer Preparatory - A Challenge Foundation Phoenix, AZ | 4.2 |
| Robles Elementary School Tucson, AZ | 4.2 |
| ST VINCENT DE PAUL CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Phoenix, AZ | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Douglas Elementary School
What grades does Douglas Elementary School serve?
Douglas Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Douglas Elementary School?
Douglas Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 539 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Douglas Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Douglas Elementary School is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Douglas Elementary School rank in AZ?
Douglas Elementary School ranks #1,753 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Douglas Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Douglas Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Douglas Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Douglas Elementary School has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Douglas Elementary School a charter school?
No, Douglas Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Douglas Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Douglas Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 539
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Pima County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.7%
- Phone
- (520) 696-8300
Resources & Links
District
Flowing Wells Unified District (4405)- District Enrollment
- 5,287
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,617
- District Rank
- #11 of 11
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