Below Average
#1521 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Ppep Tec - Alice S. Paul Learning Center
High School · Portable Practical Educational Preparation Inc. ( (4431)
1840 E BENSON HWY, Tucson, AZ 85714
Enrollment
95
Score
4.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
95
Score
4.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,521 of 2,006
In Tucson
#186 of 257
public schools
In district
#2 of 6
Portable Practical Educational Preparation Inc. ( (4431)
Academic growth
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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Ppep Tec - Alice S. Paul Learning Center
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About Ppep Tec - Alice S. Paul Learning Center
Ppep Tec - Alice S. Paul Learning Center is a public high school in Tucson, AZ, part of Portable Practical Educational Preparation Inc. ( (4431). Ppep Tec - Alice S.
Paul Learning Center serves approximately 95 students, and covers grades 9th-12th. Ppep Tec - Alice S. Paul Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,521 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Ppep Tec - Alice S. Paul Learning Center show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 4.4
- AZ avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 95 students, Ppep Tec - Alice S. Paul Learning Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Ppep Tec - Alice S. Paul Learning Center sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Ppep Tec - Alice S. Paul Learning Center is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Ppep Tec - Alice S. Paul Learning Center — Students at Ppep Tec - Alice S. Paul Learning Center score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 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: 7.7/10.
How Ppep Tec - Alice S. Paul Learning Center Compares
See how Ppep Tec - Alice S. Paul Learning Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1840 E BENSON HWY, Tucson, AZ 85714
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ppep Tec - Alice S. Paul Learning Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Mission Heights Preparatory High School (rated 7.3/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Phoenix), which scores notably higher. Another option is Casa Grande Union High School (rated 5.4/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Casa Grande), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Vista Grande High School (rated 5.1/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Casa Grande), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85714 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,093
Median Home Value
$177,100
Median Rent
$879/mo
Population
14,286
College Educated
9.5%
Homeownership
51.2%
Avg Commute
21.9 min
Poverty Rate
24.2%
Median Age
33.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ppep Tec - Alice S. Paul Learning Center
What grades does Ppep Tec - Alice S. Paul Learning Center serve?
Ppep Tec - Alice S. Paul Learning Center serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Ppep Tec - Alice S. Paul Learning Center?
Ppep Tec - Alice S. Paul Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 95 students.
How does Ppep Tec - Alice S. Paul Learning Center rank in AZ?
Ppep Tec - Alice S. Paul Learning Center ranks #1,521 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Ppep Tec - Alice S. Paul Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Ppep Tec - Alice S. Paul Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Ppep Tec - Alice S. Paul Learning Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ppep Tec - Alice S. Paul Learning Center has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Ppep Tec - Alice S. Paul Learning Center a charter school?
Yes, Ppep Tec - Alice S. Paul Learning Center is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Ppep Tec - Alice S. Paul Learning Center a Title I school?
No, Ppep Tec - Alice S. Paul Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 95
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Pinal County
- Phone
- (520) 836-6549
- 4-Year Graduation
- 34.5%
Resources & Links
District
Portable Practical Educational Preparation Inc. ( (4431)- District Enrollment
- 745
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,876
- District Rank
- #2 of 6
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