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Gallego Primary Fine Arts Magnet

Elementary School · Sunnyside Unified District (4407)

2238 E GINTER RD, Tucson, AZ 85706

Enrollment

526

Student-Teacher

20.2:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,514 of 2,006

In Tucson

#184 of 257

public schools

In district

#9 of 21

Sunnyside Unified District (4407)

Academic performance

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Gallego Primary Fine Arts Magnet

5.0/10

Elementary School in Tucson · grades Kindergarten – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Gallego Intermediate Fine Arts Magnet School

6.4/10

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Pcjted - Desert View High School

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About Gallego Primary Fine Arts Magnet

Gallego Primary Fine Arts Magnet is a public elementary school in Tucson, AZ, part of Sunnyside Unified District (4407). Gallego Primary Fine Arts Magnet serves approximately 526 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 20.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Gallego Primary Fine Arts Magnet has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,514 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Gallego Primary Fine Arts Magnet show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 4.8
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Gallego Primary Fine Arts Magnet runs 20.2:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

51% of students at Gallego Primary Fine Arts Magnet 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 Progress3.3Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.19 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency40% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+14.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile70th
Resources & Environment4.6Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,153
Chronic Absenteeism51.3%

Gallego Primary Fine Arts Magnet — Students at Gallego Primary Fine Arts Magnet score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 56.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 55.1% (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
81%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
83%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
86%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
86%
2013
Math
70%
ELA
86%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
31%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
77%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
37%

* 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: 3.3/10.

How Gallego Primary Fine Arts Magnet Compares

See how Gallego Primary Fine Arts Magnet performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
25th percentile in AZ
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.6/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
51.3%

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

2238 E GINTER RD, Tucson, AZ 85706

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Gallego Primary Fine Arts Magnet may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ocotillo Early Learning Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Van Buskirk Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cavett Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 3.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Gallego Intermediate Fine Arts Magnet School Tucson 0.3 mi 6.4
PCJTED - Desert View High School Tucson 0.6 mi
Desert View High School Tucson 0.6 mi 5.9
Los Ninos Elementary School Tucson 0.9 mi 4.1
Los Amigos Elementary School Tucson 1.5 mi 6.3
Esperanza Elementary School Tucson 1.7 mi 3.5
Ocotillo Early Learning Elementary School Tucson 1.9 mi 8.9
PCJTED - Sunnyside High School Tucson 1.9 mi
Sunnyside High School Tucson 1.9 mi 5.3
Sierra 2-8 School Tucson 2.0 mi 3.3
Alta Vista High School Tucson 2.3 mi 5.8
Billy Lane Lauffer Middle School Tucson 2.1 mi 2.7
Craycroft Elementary School Tucson 2.3 mi 3.2
Rivera Elementary Tucson 2.4 mi 4.9
PPEP TEC - Celestino Fernandez Learning Center Tucson 2.7 mi 3.8
Drexel Elementary School Tucson 2.8 mi 4.1
Utterback Middle School Tucson 3.5 mi 5.6
Challenger Middle School Tucson 3.2 mi 3.4
Cavett Elementary School Tucson 3.7 mi 7.3
Van Buskirk Elementary School Tucson 3.4 mi 8.0

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Gallego Primary Fine Arts Magnet

What grades does Gallego Primary Fine Arts Magnet serve?

Gallego Primary Fine Arts Magnet serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.

How many students attend Gallego Primary Fine Arts Magnet?

Gallego Primary Fine Arts Magnet has an enrollment of approximately 526 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Gallego Primary Fine Arts Magnet?

The student-teacher ratio at Gallego Primary Fine Arts Magnet is 20.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Gallego Primary Fine Arts Magnet rank in AZ?

Gallego Primary Fine Arts Magnet ranks #1,514 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Gallego Primary Fine Arts Magnet's MySchoolScout rating?

Gallego Primary Fine Arts Magnet has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Gallego Primary Fine Arts Magnet?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Gallego Primary Fine Arts Magnet has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Gallego Primary Fine Arts Magnet a charter school?

No, Gallego Primary Fine Arts Magnet is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Gallego Primary Fine Arts Magnet a Title I school?

No, Gallego Primary Fine Arts Magnet is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
17 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
35 Some Transit
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
526
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Pima County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
51.3%

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