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#98 of 225 private schools in AZ
Top 43% of private schools
Family Life Academy
Elementary School
530 S PANTANO RD, Tucson, AZ 85710
Enrollment
94
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
94
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Arizona private schools
#98 of 225
In Tucson
#22 of 36
public schools
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Family Life Academy
Elementary School in Tucson · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Family Life Academy
Family Life Academy is a private elementary school in Tucson, AZ. Family Life Academy serves approximately 94 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Family Life Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #98 of 225 private schools in AZ.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 94 students, Family Life Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Family Life Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Family Life Academy compares to 224 public schools serving similar grades in Tucson, AZ
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Family Life Academy (this school) | 6.5 |
| Da Vinci Tree Academy | 7.9 |
| Harold Steele Elementary School | 4.0 |
| Booth-Fickett Math/Science Magnet School | 4.3 |
| Academy of Tucson Middle School | 4.2 |
| TIA East | 6.0 |
| Dietz K-8 School | 5.0 |
| Palo Verde High Magnet School | 6.3 |
| Sahuaro High School | 5.2 |
| Hudlow Elementary School | 4.7 |
| Annie Kellond Elementary School | 8.0 |
| Magee Middle School | 4.6 |
| Gale Elementary School | 7.8 |
| La Paloma Academy (Lakeside) | 5.6 |
| Arizona Online Charter School | 4.9 |
| Wheeler Elementary School | 5.1 |
| Anna Henry Elementary School | 6.1 |
| Marshall Elementary School | 8.5 |
| Bloom Elementary | 6.2 |
| Gridley Middle School | 5.1 |
| Ford Elementary | 5.9 |
Showing 20 of 224 schools. View all schools in Tucson
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in AZ.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in AZ
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
530 S PANTANO RD, Tucson, AZ 85710
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Family Life Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Da Vinci Tree Academy (rated 7.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is OUR MOTHER OF SORROWS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Dietz K-8 School (rated 5.0/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Da Vinci Tree Academy Tucson | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Online School of Arizona Scottsdale | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Harold Steele Elementary School Tucson | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Booth-Fickett Math/Science Magnet School Tucson | 0.7 mi | 4.3 |
| TIA East Tucson | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Compass High School Tucson | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Academy of Tucson Middle School Tucson | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Dietz K-8 School Tucson | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Eastpointe High School Tucson | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| CASA NINOS SCHOOL OF MONTESSORI - EAST CAMPUS Tucson | 1.1 mi | — |
| AUTISM ACADEMY FOR EDUCATION & DEVELOPMENT Tucson | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Pima County JTED - Camino Seco Tucson | 1.3 mi | — |
| PCJTED - Sahuaro High School Tucson | 1.3 mi | — |
| Sahuaro High School Tucson | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Palo Verde High Magnet School Tucson | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| OUR MOTHER OF SORROWS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Tucson | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| DESERT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Tucson | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Hudlow Elementary School Tucson | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Magee Middle School Tucson | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| ST AUGUSTINE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Tucson | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85710 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,738
Median Home Value
$245,900
Median Rent
$1,169/mo
Population
55,004
College Educated
30.7%
Homeownership
55.6%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
12.5%
Median Age
41.6
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| Jeehdeez'a Elementary School Pinon, AZ | 6.5 |
| Topock Elementary School Topock, AZ | 6.5 |
| Cochise Elementary School Cochise, AZ | 6.6 |
| Liberty Leadership Academy Cottonwood, AZ | 6.6 |
| Peach Springs School Peach Springs, AZ | 6.6 |
| Willow Creek Charter School Prescott, AZ | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Family Life Academy
What grades does Family Life Academy serve?
Family Life Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Family Life Academy?
Family Life Academy has an enrollment of approximately 94 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Family Life Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Family Life Academy is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Family Life Academy rank in AZ?
Family Life Academy ranks #98 of 225 private schools in AZ.
What is Family Life Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Family Life Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Family Life Academy a private school?
Yes, Family Life Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Family Life Academy a religious school?
Family Life Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 94
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 181 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Pima County
- Phone
- (520) 296-8989
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