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Los Amigos Elementary School

Elementary School · Sunnyside Unified District (4407)

2200 E Drexel Rd, Tucson, AZ 85706

Enrollment

613

Student-Teacher

17:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,013 of 2,006

In Tucson

#112 of 257

public schools

In district

#4 of 21

Sunnyside Unified District (4407)

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Los Amigos Elementary School

6.3/10

Elementary School in Tucson · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.9/10

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3.5/10

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About Los Amigos Elementary School

Los Amigos Elementary School is a public elementary school in Tucson, AZ, part of Sunnyside Unified District (4407). Los Amigos Elementary School serves approximately 613 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Los Amigos Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,013 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Los Amigos Elementary School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.5 pts above district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 4.8
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

59% of students at Los Amigos 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.98 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency24% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-0.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile42th
Resources & Environment5.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,153
Chronic Absenteeism58.9%

Los Amigos Elementary School — Students at Los Amigos Elementary School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 40.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 39.7% (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
54%
ELA
59%
2010
Math
59%
ELA
61%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
61%
2012
Math
59%
ELA
68%
2013
Math
58%
ELA
66%
2014
Math
23%
ELA
15%
2015
Math
24%
ELA
23%
2016
Math
38%
ELA
31%
2017
Math
48%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
48%
ELA
38%
2019
Math
48%
ELA
38%
2020*
Math
14%
ELA
19%
2021*
Math
14%
ELA
19%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
26%

* 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: 6.8/10.

How Los Amigos Elementary School Compares

See how Los Amigos Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
50th percentile in AZ
Academic
5.9/10
Average
Growth
6.8/10
Average
Environment
5.5/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
58.9%

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

2200 E Drexel Rd, Tucson, AZ 85706

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Los Amigos Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ocotillo Early Learning Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Van Buskirk Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Gallego Primary Fine Arts Magnet (rated 5.0/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Ocotillo Early Learning Elementary School Tucson 0.4 mi 8.9
Esperanza Elementary School Tucson 0.5 mi 3.5
Sierra 2-8 School Tucson 0.5 mi 3.3
PCJTED - Sunnyside High School Tucson 0.6 mi
Sunnyside High School Tucson 0.6 mi 5.3
Alta Vista High School Tucson 0.9 mi 5.8
Rivera Elementary Tucson 0.9 mi 4.9
Drexel Elementary School Tucson 1.2 mi 4.1
PPEP TEC - Celestino Fernandez Learning Center Tucson 1.5 mi 3.8
Gallego Intermediate Fine Arts Magnet School Tucson 1.5 mi 6.4
Gallego Primary Fine Arts Magnet Tucson 1.5 mi 5.0
Los Ninos Elementary School Tucson 1.8 mi 4.1
Van Buskirk Elementary School Tucson 2.0 mi 8.0
Liberty Elementary School Tucson 2.0 mi 3.1
Apollo Middle School Tucson 2.0 mi 4.2
Pima Vocational High School Tucson 2.1 mi 7.5
Pima County JTED - Star Tucson 2.1 mi
STAR Academic High School Tucson 2.1 mi 4.3
Challenger Middle School Tucson 2.3 mi 3.4
PCJTED - Desert View High School Tucson 2.2 mi

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 Los Amigos Elementary School

What grades does Los Amigos Elementary School serve?

Los Amigos Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Los Amigos Elementary School?

Los Amigos Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 613 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Los Amigos Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Los Amigos Elementary School is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Los Amigos Elementary School rank in AZ?

Los Amigos Elementary School ranks #1,013 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Los Amigos Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Los Amigos Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Los Amigos Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Los Amigos Elementary School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Los Amigos Elementary School a charter school?

No, Los Amigos Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Los Amigos Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Los Amigos Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
28 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
30 Some Transit
Bike Score
60 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
613
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Pima County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
58.9%

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