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#665 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 33% in state

Manzo Elementary School

Elementary School · Tucson Unified District (4403)

855 N MELROSE AVE, Tucson, AZ 85745

Enrollment

344

Student-Teacher

16.4:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#665 of 2,006

In Tucson

#66 of 257

public schools

In district

#21 of 86

Tucson Unified District (4403)

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Manzo Elementary School

7.2/10

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About Manzo Elementary School

Manzo Elementary School is a public elementary school in Tucson, AZ, part of Tucson Unified District (4403). Manzo Elementary School serves approximately 344 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Manzo Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #665 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Manzo Elementary School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.2
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

36% of students at Manzo 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 Progress8.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.35 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.5Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency20% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)32% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-12.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile26th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,783
Chronic Absenteeism35.5%

Manzo Elementary School — Students at Manzo Elementary School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 29.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 41.6% (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
42%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
32%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
27%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
22%

* 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: 8.2/10.

How Manzo Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.2/10
67th percentile in AZ
Academic
4.5/10
Below Average
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
35.5%

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

855 N MELROSE AVE, Tucson, AZ 85745

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Manzo Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Carrillo Intermediate Magnet School (rated 9.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Davis Bilingual Magnet School (rated 8.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Roskruge Bilingual Magnet Middle School (rated 6.6/10, 1.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
ASDB - Tucson Campus Tucson 0.3 mi 6.1
ASDB - ELP Tucson Campus Preschool Tucson 0.3 mi
Nosotros Academy Tucson 0.5 mi 5.0
INTERMOUNTAIN ACADEMY Tucson 0.6 mi 7.4
Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School Tucson 0.8 mi 4.1
Davis Bilingual Magnet School Tucson 0.9 mi 8.3
Pima County JTED - Pima Community College Tucson 1.2 mi
Pima County Schools Superintendent's Diploma Program Tucson 1.4 mi 3.0
Mexicayotl Academy Tucson 1.4 mi 6.5
Pima Partnership School The Tucson 1.4 mi 5.7
Pima Partnership Academy Tucson 1.4 mi 6.5
City High School Tucson 1.5 mi 7.2
Paulo Freire Freedom School - Downtown Tucson 1.5 mi 6.5
Alternative Computerized Education (ACE) Charter High School Tucson 1.5 mi 5.5
Carrillo Intermediate Magnet School Tucson 1.6 mi 9.2
E C Nash School Tucson 1.7 mi 3.6
Paulo Freire Freedom School - University Tucson 1.6 mi 4.8
FIRST SOUTHERN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Tucson 1.7 mi 5.4
Roskruge Bilingual Magnet Middle School Tucson 1.8 mi 6.6
Safford K-8 School Tucson 1.9 mi 3.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85745 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,608

Median Home Value

$324,100

Median Rent

$1,128/mo

Population

37,788

College Educated

45.3%

Homeownership

64.1%

Avg Commute

23.1 min

Poverty Rate

15.3%

Median Age

39.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Manzo Elementary School

What grades does Manzo Elementary School serve?

Manzo Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Manzo Elementary School?

Manzo Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 344 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Manzo Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Manzo Elementary School is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Manzo Elementary School rank in AZ?

Manzo Elementary School ranks #665 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Manzo Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Manzo Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Manzo Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Manzo Elementary School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Manzo Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Manzo Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
79 Very Walkable
Transit Score
34 Some Transit
Bike Score
91 Biker’s Paradise

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
344
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Pima County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
35.5%

District

Tucson Unified District (4403)
District Enrollment
40,929
Schools in District
90
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,783
District Rank
#21 of 86

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