Below Average
#1613 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Laguna Elementary School
Elementary School · Flowing Wells Unified District (4405)
5001 N SHANNON RD, Tucson, AZ 85705
Enrollment
404
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
404
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,613 of 2,006
In Tucson
#201 of 257
public schools
In district
#10 of 11
Flowing Wells Unified District (4405)
School environment
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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About Laguna Elementary School
Laguna Elementary School is a public elementary school in Tucson, AZ, part of Flowing Wells Unified District (4405). Laguna Elementary School serves approximately 404 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Laguna Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,613 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Laguna Elementary School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 6.4
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
50% of students at Laguna 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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Laguna Elementary School — Students at Laguna Elementary School score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
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: 3.2/10.
How Laguna Elementary School Compares
See how Laguna 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
5001 N SHANNON RD, Tucson, AZ 85705
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Laguna Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. J Robert Hendricks Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Robert Richardson Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lulu Walker School (rated 8.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Carden of Tucson Tucson | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Pima County JTED - Master Pieces Tucson | 1.0 mi | — |
| Sonoran Science Academy - Tucson Tucson | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Sonoran Virtual Academy Tucson | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Flowing Wells Junior High School Tucson | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Emily Meschter Early Learning Center Tucson | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Centennial Elementary School Tucson | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| FAITH COMMUNITY ACADEMY Tucson | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| J Robert Hendricks Elementary School Tucson | 1.8 mi | 8.9 |
| Lulu Walker School Tucson | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Mountain Rose Academy Tucson | 2.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Robins Elementary School Tucson | 1.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Homer Davis Elementary School Tucson | 1.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Robert Richardson Elementary School Tucson | 2.3 mi | 8.3 |
| La Cima Middle School Tucson | 2.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Marion Donaldson Elementary School Tucson | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Academy of Math and Science Tucson | 2.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Pima County JTED - Flowing Wells Tucson | 2.6 mi | — |
| Flowing Wells High School Tucson | 2.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Sentinel Peak High School Tucson | 2.9 mi | 5.4 |
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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| Frank Elementary School Guadalupe, AZ | 4.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Laguna Elementary School
What grades does Laguna Elementary School serve?
Laguna Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Laguna Elementary School?
Laguna Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 404 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Laguna Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Laguna Elementary School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Laguna Elementary School rank in AZ?
Laguna Elementary School ranks #1,613 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Laguna Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Laguna Elementary 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 Laguna Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Laguna Elementary School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Laguna Elementary School a charter school?
No, Laguna Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Laguna Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Laguna Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 404
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Pima County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 49.8%
- Phone
- (520) 696-8450
Resources & Links
District
Flowing Wells Unified District (4405)- District Enrollment
- 5,287
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,617
- District Rank
- #10 of 11
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