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#95 of 225 private schools in AZ

Top 42% of private schools

Our Mother of Sorrows Catholic School

Elementary School

1800 S KOLB RD, Tucson, AZ 85710

Private

Enrollment

283

Student-Teacher

16.1:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Arizona private schools

#95 of 225

In Tucson

#21 of 36

public schools

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Our Mother of Sorrows Catholic School

6.5/10

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

Palo Verde High Magnet School

6.3/10

0.4 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Wheeler Elementary School

5.1/10

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About Our Mother of Sorrows Catholic School

Our Mother of Sorrows Catholic School is a private elementary school in Tucson, AZ. Our Mother of Sorrows Catholic School serves approximately 283 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Our Mother of Sorrows Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #95 of 225 private schools in AZ.

How it comparesOn par with AZ schools
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Our Mother of Sorrows Catholic School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Our Mother of Sorrows Catholic School compares to 224 public schools serving similar grades in Tucson, AZ

Student-Teacher Ratio
16.1:1
This School
vs
15.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
283
This School
vs
432
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.5
This School
vs
6.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Hispanic 48.8% vs 0%
White 44.9% vs 0%
Black 2.5% vs 0%
Asian 1.1% vs 0%
Our Mother of Sorrows Catholic School Tucson Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Our Mother of Sorrows Catholic School (this school) 6.5
Palo Verde High Magnet School 6.3
Wheeler Elementary School 5.1
Academy of Tucson Middle School 4.2
Dietz K-8 School 5.0
Booth-Fickett Math/Science Magnet School 4.3
Irene Erickson Elementary School 4.9
Sonoran Science Academy East 5.7
Annie Kellond Elementary School 8.0
Da Vinci Tree Academy 7.9
Borman K-8 School 7.5
La Paloma Academy (Lakeside) 5.6
Arizona Online Charter School 4.9
Ford Elementary 5.9
Harold Steele Elementary School 4.0
Hudlow Elementary School 4.7
Santa Rita High School 5.3
Sonoran Science Academy - Davis Monthan 6.4
TIA East 6.0
Alice Vail Middle School 6.0
W Arthur Sewel Elementary School 6.9

Showing 20 of 224 schools. View all schools in Tucson

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in AZ.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C+ 3.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 16.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,296
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.2 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 56%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 283
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in AZ

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Hispanic 48.8%
White 44.9%
Two or More 2.8%
Black 2.5%
Asian 1.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1800 S KOLB RD, Tucson, AZ 85710

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Our Mother of Sorrows Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Annie Kellond Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Da Vinci Tree Academy (rated 7.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Borman K-8 School (rated 7.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Palo Verde High Magnet School Tucson 0.4 mi 6.3
Wheeler Elementary School Tucson 0.5 mi 5.1
Academy of Tucson Middle School Tucson 0.6 mi 4.2
Dietz K-8 School Tucson 0.6 mi 5.0
Booth-Fickett Math/Science Magnet School Tucson 1.1 mi 4.3
Canyon Rose Academy Tucson 1.0 mi 3.8
Irene Erickson Elementary School Tucson 1.2 mi 4.9
Sonoran Science Academy East Tucson 1.2 mi 5.7
Annie Kellond Elementary School Tucson 1.2 mi 8.0
AUTISM ACADEMY FOR EDUCATION & DEVELOPMENT Tucson 1.5 mi 7.3
Online School of Arizona Scottsdale 1.5 mi 5.1
FAMILY LIFE ACADEMY Tucson 1.4 mi 6.5
Da Vinci Tree Academy Tucson 1.3 mi 7.9
Borman K-8 School Tucson 1.4 mi 7.5
Arizona Online Charter School Tucson 1.5 mi 4.9
La Paloma Academy (Lakeside) Tucson 1.5 mi 5.6
Ford Elementary Tucson 1.6 mi 5.9
Compass High School Tucson 1.6 mi 5.1
Sky Islands Tucson 1.7 mi 7.3
Hudlow Elementary School Tucson 1.9 mi 4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85710 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,738

Median Home Value

$245,900

Median Rent

$1,169/mo

Population

55,004

College Educated

30.7%

Homeownership

55.6%

Avg Commute

22.6 min

Poverty Rate

12.5%

Median Age

41.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Our Mother of Sorrows Catholic School

What grades does Our Mother of Sorrows Catholic School serve?

Our Mother of Sorrows Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Our Mother of Sorrows Catholic School?

Our Mother of Sorrows Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 283 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Our Mother of Sorrows Catholic School?

The student-teacher ratio at Our Mother of Sorrows Catholic School is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Our Mother of Sorrows Catholic School rank in AZ?

Our Mother of Sorrows Catholic School ranks #95 of 225 private schools in AZ.

What is Our Mother of Sorrows Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?

Our Mother of Sorrows Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Our Mother of Sorrows Catholic School a private school?

Yes, Our Mother of Sorrows Catholic School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Our Mother of Sorrows Catholic School a religious school?

Our Mother of Sorrows Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
59 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
38 Some Transit
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
283
Gender Split
39% M / 61% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7.2 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large City
County
Pima County

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