Below Average
#1787 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Los Ninos Elementary School
Elementary School · Sunnyside Unified District (4407)
5445 S ALVERNON WAY, Tucson, AZ 85706
Enrollment
427
Student-Teacher
20.3:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
427
Student-Teacher
20.3:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,787 of 2,006
In Tucson
#224 of 257
public schools
In district
#14 of 21
Sunnyside Unified District (4407)
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Los Ninos Elementary School
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About Los Ninos Elementary School
Los Ninos Elementary School is a public elementary school in Tucson, AZ, part of Sunnyside Unified District (4407). Los Ninos Elementary School serves approximately 427 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 20.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Los Ninos Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,787 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Los Ninos Elementary School show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 4.8
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Los Ninos Elementary School runs 20.3:1 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.
61% of students at Los Ninos 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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Los Ninos Elementary School — Students at Los Ninos Elementary School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
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: 4.3/10.
How Los Ninos Elementary School Compares
See how Los Ninos 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
5445 S ALVERNON WAY, Tucson, AZ 85706
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Los Ninos Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ocotillo Early Learning Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cavett Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Los Amigos Elementary School (rated 6.3/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Gallego Intermediate Fine Arts Magnet School Tucson | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Gallego Primary Fine Arts Magnet Tucson | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| PCJTED - Desert View High School Tucson | 1.2 mi | — |
| Desert View High School Tucson | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Esperanza Elementary School Tucson | 1.6 mi | 3.5 |
| Los Amigos Elementary School Tucson | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Billy Lane Lauffer Middle School Tucson | 2.2 mi | 2.7 |
| Alta Vista High School Tucson | 2.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Ocotillo Early Learning Elementary School Tucson | 2.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Craycroft Elementary School Tucson | 2.2 mi | 3.2 |
| PCJTED - Sunnyside High School Tucson | 2.3 mi | — |
| Sunnyside High School Tucson | 2.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Sierra 2-8 School Tucson | 2.3 mi | 3.3 |
| PPEP TEC - Celestino Fernandez Learning Center Tucson | 2.4 mi | 3.8 |
| Rivera Elementary Tucson | 2.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Utterback Middle School Tucson | 2.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Future Investment Middle School Tucson | 3.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Cavett Elementary School Tucson | 3.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Children Reaching for the Sky Preparatory Tucson | 3.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Sonoran Science Academy - Davis Monthan Tucson | 3.0 mi | 6.4 |
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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| Drexel Elementary School Tucson, AZ | 4.1 |
| Gila Crossing Community School Laveen, AZ | 4.1 |
| Marjorie W Estes Elementary School Marana, AZ | 4.1 |
| Roadrunner Elementary School Marana, AZ | 4.1 |
| Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School Tucson, AZ | 4.1 |
| Webster Elementary School Mesa, AZ | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Los Ninos Elementary School
What grades does Los Ninos Elementary School serve?
Los Ninos Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Los Ninos Elementary School?
Los Ninos Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 427 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Los Ninos Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Los Ninos Elementary School is 20.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Los Ninos Elementary School rank in AZ?
Los Ninos Elementary School ranks #1,787 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Los Ninos Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Los Ninos Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Ninos Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Los Ninos Elementary School has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Los Ninos Elementary School a charter school?
No, Los Ninos Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Los Ninos Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Los Ninos 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 427
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Pima County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 60.7%
- Phone
- (520) 545-3300
Resources & Links
District
Sunnyside Unified District (4407)- District Enrollment
- 14,144
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,153
- District Rank
- #14 of 21
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