Needs Improvement
#1905 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Helen Keeling Elementary School
Elementary School · Amphitheater Unified District (4406)
2837 N LOS ALTOS AVE, Tucson, AZ 85705
Enrollment
242
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
242
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,905 of 2,006
In Tucson
#243 of 257
public schools
In district
#21 of 22
Amphitheater Unified District (4406)
School environment
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Helen Keeling Elementary School
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About Helen Keeling Elementary School
Helen Keeling Elementary School is a public elementary school in Tucson, AZ, part of Amphitheater Unified District (4406). Helen Keeling Elementary School serves approximately 242 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Helen Keeling Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,905 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Helen Keeling Elementary School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.8
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
63% of students at Helen Keeling 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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Helen Keeling Elementary School — Students at Helen Keeling Elementary School score 14% 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: 1.9/10.
How Helen Keeling Elementary School Compares
See how Helen Keeling 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
2837 N LOS ALTOS AVE, Tucson, AZ 85705
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Helen Keeling Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF TUCSON (rated 8.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Montessori Schoolhouse (rated 7.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Frances Owen Holaway Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 1.3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Desert Rose Academy Charter School Tucson | 0.8 mi | 3.7 |
| Amphitheater Middle School Tucson | 1.0 mi | 3.3 |
| Amphitheater High School Tucson | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Tucson Preparatory School Tucson | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Montessori Schoolhouse Tucson | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| L M Prince School Tucson | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Alternative Computerized Education (ACE) Charter High School Tucson | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Rillito Center Tucson | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Satori Charter School Tucson | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| SALPOINTE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Tucson | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| E C Nash School Tucson | 1.0 mi | 3.6 |
| SATORI Tucson | 1.2 mi | — |
| Envision High School Tucson | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Presidio School Tucson | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Pima Partnership Academy Tucson | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Pima Partnership School The Tucson | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Frances Owen Holaway Elementary School Tucson | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF TUCSON Tucson | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| FIRST SOUTHERN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Tucson | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Pima County JTED - Pima Community College Tucson | 1.6 mi | — |
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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| ACCLAIM Academy Phoenix, AZ | 3.5 |
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| Larry C Kennedy School Phoenix, AZ | 3.5 |
| C J Jorgensen School Phoenix, AZ | 3.6 |
| E C Nash School Tucson, AZ | 3.6 |
| Vector Prep and Arts Academy Chandler, AZ | 3.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Helen Keeling Elementary School
What grades does Helen Keeling Elementary School serve?
Helen Keeling Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Helen Keeling Elementary School?
Helen Keeling Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 242 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Helen Keeling Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Helen Keeling Elementary School is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Helen Keeling Elementary School rank in AZ?
Helen Keeling Elementary School ranks #1,905 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Helen Keeling Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Helen Keeling Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Helen Keeling Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Helen Keeling Elementary School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Helen Keeling Elementary School a charter school?
No, Helen Keeling Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Helen Keeling Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Helen Keeling 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 242
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Pima County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 63.2%
- Phone
- (520) 696-6940
Resources & Links
District
Amphitheater Unified District (4406)- District Enrollment
- 11,835
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,104
- District Rank
- #21 of 22
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