Below Average
#1601 of 2,006 schools in AZ
L M Prince School
Elementary School · Amphitheater Unified District (4406)
125 E PRINCE RD, Tucson, AZ 85705
Enrollment
431
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
431
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,601 of 2,006
In Tucson
#199 of 257
public schools
In district
#18 of 22
Amphitheater Unified District (4406)
School environment
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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L M Prince School
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About L M Prince School
L M Prince School is a public elementary school in Tucson, AZ, part of Amphitheater Unified District (4406). L M Prince School serves approximately 431 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. L M Prince School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,601 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for L M Prince School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 6.8
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
61% of students at L M Prince 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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L M Prince School — Students at L M Prince School score 17% 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: 4.0/10.
How L M Prince School Compares
See how L M Prince 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
125 E PRINCE RD, Tucson, AZ 85705
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering L M Prince School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Montessori Schoolhouse (rated 7.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Frances Owen Holaway Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rio Vista Elementary School (rated 6.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Tucson Preparatory School Tucson | 0.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Amphitheater Middle School Tucson | 0.2 mi | 3.3 |
| Rillito Center Tucson | 0.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Amphitheater High School Tucson | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Envision High School Tucson | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Desert Rose Academy Charter School Tucson | 0.6 mi | 3.7 |
| Satori Charter School Tucson | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| SATORI Tucson | 0.6 mi | — |
| Pima County JTED - Amphi Land Lab Tucson | 1.0 mi | — |
| Helen Keeling Elementary School Tucson | 1.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Academy Del Sol Tucson | 0.9 mi | 2.4 |
| Amphi Academy Online Tucson | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| E C Nash School Tucson | 1.3 mi | 3.6 |
| Montessori Schoolhouse Tucson | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Rio Vista Elementary School Tucson | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Frances Owen Holaway Elementary School Tucson | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Douglas Elementary School Tucson | 1.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Presidio School Tucson | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Pima County JTED - Flowing Wells Tucson | 1.5 mi | — |
| Flowing Wells High School Tucson | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
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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| Crown Charter School Litchfield Park, AZ | 4.7 |
| Field Elementary School Mesa, AZ | 4.7 |
| Flora Thew Elementary School Tempe, AZ | 4.7 |
| Frank Elementary School Guadalupe, AZ | 4.7 |
| Garfield School Phoenix, AZ | 4.7 |
| Kachina Elementary School Glendale, AZ | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about L M Prince School
What grades does L M Prince School serve?
L M Prince School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend L M Prince School?
L M Prince School has an enrollment of approximately 431 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at L M Prince School?
The student-teacher ratio at L M Prince School is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does L M Prince School rank in AZ?
L M Prince School ranks #1,601 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is L M Prince School's MySchoolScout rating?
L M Prince School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 L M Prince School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, L M Prince School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is L M Prince School a charter school?
No, L M Prince School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is L M Prince School a Title I school?
No, L M Prince 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
- 431
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Pima County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 61.3%
- Phone
- (520) 696-6350
Resources & Links
District
Amphitheater Unified District (4406)- District Enrollment
- 11,835
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,104
- District Rank
- #18 of 22
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