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Miles-exploratory Learning Center

Elementary School · Tucson Unified District (4403)

1400 E BROADWAY BLVD, Tucson, AZ 85719

Enrollment

297

Student-Teacher

9.6:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,326 of 2,006

In Tucson

#160 of 257

public schools

In district

#55 of 86

Tucson Unified District (4403)

School environment

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Miles-exploratory Learning Center

5.5/10

Elementary School in Tucson · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.8/10

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About Miles-exploratory Learning Center

Miles-exploratory Learning Center is a public elementary school in Tucson, AZ, part of Tucson Unified District (4403). Miles-exploratory Learning Center serves approximately 297 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Miles-exploratory Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,326 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Miles-exploratory Learning Center show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Miles-exploratory Learning Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.1Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.95 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)32% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-10.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile31th
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,783
Chronic Absenteeism25.3%

Miles-exploratory Learning Center — Students at Miles-exploratory Learning Center score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 41.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 52.3% (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
62%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
58%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
81%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
79%
2013
Math
55%
ELA
74%
2014
Math
31%
ELA
43%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
27%

* 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: 4.1/10.

How Miles-exploratory Learning Center Compares

See how Miles-exploratory Learning Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
34th percentile in AZ
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.3%

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

1400 E BROADWAY BLVD, Tucson, AZ 85719

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Miles-exploratory Learning Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sam Hughes Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Highland Free School (rated 7.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Borton Primary Magnet School (rated 7.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Ha:san Preparatory & Leadership School Tucson 0.2 mi 6.8
Highland Free School Tucson 0.4 mi 7.5
Mansfeld Middle Magnet School Tucson 0.5 mi 7.3
Project More High School Tucson 0.5 mi 5.9
Teenage Parent Program - TAPP Tucson 0.7 mi
PCJTED - Tucson High School Tucson 0.8 mi
Tucson Magnet High School Tucson 0.8 mi 6.2
ST AMBROSE SCHOOL Tucson 0.8 mi 4.7
Roskruge Bilingual Magnet Middle School Tucson 0.9 mi 6.6
Borton Primary Magnet School Tucson 1.1 mi 7.4
Sam Hughes Elementary Tucson 1.0 mi 9.3
Safford K-8 School Tucson 1.0 mi 3.4
SECOND STREET CHILDRENS SCHOOL Tucson 1.2 mi
Paulo Freire Freedom School - University Tucson 1.2 mi 4.8
Robison Elementary School Tucson 1.2 mi 6.5
City High School Tucson 1.2 mi 7.2
Paulo Freire Freedom School - Downtown Tucson 1.2 mi 6.5
FIRST SOUTHERN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Tucson 1.4 mi 5.4
Edge High School - Himmel Park Tucson 1.4 mi 3.9
Mexicayotl Academy Tucson 1.4 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85719 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$41,086

Median Home Value

$266,900

Median Rent

$1,051/mo

Population

49,609

College Educated

46%

Homeownership

29.7%

Avg Commute

18.4 min

Poverty Rate

31.6%

Median Age

23.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Miles-exploratory Learning Center

What grades does Miles-exploratory Learning Center serve?

Miles-exploratory Learning Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Miles-exploratory Learning Center?

Miles-exploratory Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 297 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Miles-exploratory Learning Center?

The student-teacher ratio at Miles-exploratory Learning Center is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Miles-exploratory Learning Center rank in AZ?

Miles-exploratory Learning Center ranks #1,326 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Miles-exploratory Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?

Miles-exploratory Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Miles-exploratory Learning Center?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Miles-exploratory Learning Center has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Miles-exploratory Learning Center a charter school?

No, Miles-exploratory Learning Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Miles-exploratory Learning Center a Title I school?

No, Miles-exploratory Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
72 Very Walkable
Transit Score
48 Some Transit
Bike Score
100 Biker’s Paradise

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
297
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Pima County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.3%

District

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

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