Needs Improvement
#1890 of 2,006 schools in AZ
E C Nash School
Elementary School · Amphitheater Unified District (4406)
515 W KELSO ST, Tucson, AZ 85705
Enrollment
293
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
293
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,890 of 2,006
In Tucson
#240 of 257
public schools
In district
#20 of 22
Amphitheater Unified District (4406)
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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E C Nash School
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About E C Nash School
E C Nash School is a public elementary school in Tucson, AZ, part of Amphitheater Unified District (4406). E C Nash School serves approximately 293 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. E C Nash School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,890 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for E C Nash School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.8
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
71% of students at E C Nash 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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E C Nash School — Students at E C Nash School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
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: 3.0/10.
How E C Nash School Compares
See how E C Nash 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
515 W KELSO ST, Tucson, AZ 85705
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering E C Nash School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. L M Prince School (rated 4.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Douglas Elementary School (rated 4.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School (rated 4.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Desert Rose Academy Charter School Tucson | 0.8 mi | 3.7 |
| Alternative Computerized Education (ACE) Charter High School Tucson | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Amphitheater High School Tucson | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Helen Keeling Elementary School Tucson | 1.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Envision High School Tucson | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Douglas Elementary School Tucson | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Tucson Preparatory School Tucson | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Pima Partnership School The Tucson | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Pima Partnership Academy Tucson | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Pima County JTED - Pima Community College Tucson | 1.3 mi | — |
| L M Prince School Tucson | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| ASDB - Tucson Campus Tucson | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| ASDB - ELP Tucson Campus Preschool Tucson | 1.4 mi | — |
| Amphitheater Middle School Tucson | 1.4 mi | 3.3 |
| Rillito Center Tucson | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School Tucson | 1.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Pima County JTED - Flowing Wells Tucson | 1.6 mi | — |
| Flowing Wells High School Tucson | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Academy Del Sol Tucson | 1.7 mi | 2.4 |
| Academy of Math and Science Tucson | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
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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| C J Jorgensen School Phoenix, AZ | 3.6 |
| John F Kennedy Elementary School Phoenix, AZ | 3.6 |
| Vector Prep and Arts Academy Chandler, AZ | 3.6 |
| ACCLAIM Academy Phoenix, AZ | 3.5 |
| Carmichael Elementary School Sierra Vista, AZ | 3.5 |
| Helen Keeling Elementary School Tucson, AZ | 3.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about E C Nash School
What grades does E C Nash School serve?
E C Nash School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend E C Nash School?
E C Nash School has an enrollment of approximately 293 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at E C Nash School?
The student-teacher ratio at E C Nash School is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does E C Nash School rank in AZ?
E C Nash School ranks #1,890 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is E C Nash School's MySchoolScout rating?
E C Nash School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 E C Nash School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, E C Nash School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is E C Nash School a charter school?
No, E C Nash School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is E C Nash School a Title I school?
No, E C Nash 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
- 293
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Pima County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 71.3%
- Phone
- (520) 696-6440
Resources & Links
District
Amphitheater Unified District (4406)- District Enrollment
- 11,835
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,104
- District Rank
- #20 of 22
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