Below Average
#1786 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Drexel Elementary School
Elementary School · Sunnyside Unified District (4407)
801 E DREXEL RD, Tucson, AZ 85706
Enrollment
495
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
495
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,786 of 2,006
In Tucson
#223 of 257
public schools
In district
#13 of 21
Sunnyside Unified District (4407)
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About Drexel Elementary School
Drexel Elementary School is a public elementary school in Tucson, AZ, part of Sunnyside Unified District (4407). Drexel Elementary School serves approximately 495 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 19:1 student-teacher ratio. Drexel Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,786 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Drexel Elementary School show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 4.8
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
60% of students at Drexel 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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Drexel Elementary School — Students at Drexel Elementary School score 8% 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: 4.7/10.
How Drexel Elementary School Compares
See how Drexel 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
801 E DREXEL RD, Tucson, AZ 85706
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Drexel Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ocotillo Early Learning Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Van Buskirk Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Los Amigos Elementary School (rated 6.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Liberty Elementary School Tucson | 0.8 mi | 3.1 |
| Sierra 2-8 School Tucson | 0.8 mi | 3.3 |
| Apollo Middle School Tucson | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Rivera Elementary Tucson | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Ocotillo Early Learning Elementary School Tucson | 0.9 mi | 8.9 |
| PCJTED - Sunnyside High School Tucson | 1.0 mi | — |
| Sunnyside High School Tucson | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Pima County JTED - Star Tucson | 1.0 mi | — |
| STAR Academic High School Tucson | 1.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Pima Vocational High School Tucson | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Toltecali High School Tucson | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| La Paloma Academy-South Tucson | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Alta Vista High School Tucson | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Mission Manor Elementary School Tucson | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Los Amigos Elementary School Tucson | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Van Buskirk Elementary School Tucson | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| SAN MIGUEL HIGH SCHOOL Tucson | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Math and Science Success Academy Tucson | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Esperanza Elementary School Tucson | 1.4 mi | 3.5 |
| PPEP TEC - Celestino Fernandez Learning Center Tucson | 1.6 mi | 3.8 |
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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| Gila Crossing Community School Laveen, AZ | 4.1 |
| Los Ninos Elementary School Tucson, AZ | 4.1 |
| Marjorie W Estes Elementary School Marana, AZ | 4.1 |
| Pendergast Elementary School Phoenix, AZ | 4.1 |
| Rio Vista Elementary Avondale, AZ | 4.1 |
| Roadrunner Elementary School Marana, AZ | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Drexel Elementary School
What grades does Drexel Elementary School serve?
Drexel Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Drexel Elementary School?
Drexel Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 495 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Drexel Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Drexel Elementary School is 19:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Drexel Elementary School rank in AZ?
Drexel Elementary School ranks #1,786 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Drexel Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Drexel Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Drexel Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Drexel Elementary School has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Drexel Elementary School a charter school?
No, Drexel Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Drexel Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Drexel 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 495
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Pima County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 59.8%
- Phone
- (520) 545-2700
Resources & Links
District
Sunnyside Unified District (4407)- District Enrollment
- 14,144
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,153
- District Rank
- #13 of 21
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