Needs Improvement
#1842 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Ppep Tec - Celestino Fernandez Learning Center
High School · Portable Practical Educational Preparation Inc. ( (4431)
1840 E BENSON HWY, Tucson, AZ 85714
Enrollment
122
Score
3.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
122
Score
3.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,842 of 2,006
In Tucson
#232 of 257
public schools
In district
#5 of 6
Portable Practical Educational Preparation Inc. ( (4431)
Academic growth
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Ppep Tec - Celestino Fernandez Learning Center
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About Ppep Tec - Celestino Fernandez Learning Center
Ppep Tec - Celestino Fernandez Learning Center is a public high school in Tucson, AZ, part of Portable Practical Educational Preparation Inc. ( (4431). Ppep Tec - Celestino Fernandez Learning Center serves approximately 122 students, and covers grades 9th-12th. Ppep Tec - Celestino Fernandez Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,842 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Ppep Tec - Celestino Fernandez Learning Center show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.4
- AZ avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 122 students, Ppep Tec - Celestino Fernandez 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 - Celestino Fernandez 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 - Celestino Fernandez 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 - Celestino Fernandez Learning Center — Students at Ppep Tec - Celestino Fernandez Learning Center score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
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: 8.5/10.
How Ppep Tec - Celestino Fernandez Learning Center Compares
See how Ppep Tec - Celestino Fernandez 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 - Celestino Fernandez Learning Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Innovation Tech High School (rated 7.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pima Vocational High School (rated 7.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Youth Works Charter High School (rated 6.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Alta Vista High School Tucson | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Rivera Elementary Tucson | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Van Buskirk Elementary School Tucson | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Esperanza Elementary School Tucson | 1.1 mi | 3.5 |
| Cavett Elementary School Tucson | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Utterback Middle School Tucson | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Ocotillo Early Learning Elementary School Tucson | 1.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Southside Community School Tucson | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Los Amigos Elementary School Tucson | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Sierra 2-8 School Tucson | 1.5 mi | 3.3 |
| Pima County JTED - Bridges Day Program Tucson | 1.5 mi | — |
| Pima County JTED - Bridges Evening Program Tucson | 1.5 mi | — |
| Innovation Tech High School Tucson | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Youth Works Charter High School Tucson | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Drexel Elementary School Tucson | 1.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Pima Vocational High School Tucson | 1.6 mi | 7.5 |
| PCJTED - Sunnyside High School Tucson | 1.8 mi | — |
| Sunnyside High School Tucson | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Pueblo Gardens Elementary Tucson | 1.9 mi | 3.0 |
| Holladay Intermediate Magnet School Tucson | 1.9 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood 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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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Thrivepoint High School at Union Hills Glendale, AZ | 3.8 |
| Desert Rose Academy Charter School Tucson, AZ | 3.7 |
| Arizona Collegiate High School Phoenix, AZ | 3.9 |
| Edge High School - Himmel Park Tucson, AZ | 3.9 |
| Career and College Prep Phoenix, AZ | 3.6 |
| PPEP TEC - Raul H. Castro Learning Center Tucson, AZ | 3.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ppep Tec - Celestino Fernandez Learning Center
What grades does Ppep Tec - Celestino Fernandez Learning Center serve?
Ppep Tec - Celestino Fernandez Learning Center serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Ppep Tec - Celestino Fernandez Learning Center?
Ppep Tec - Celestino Fernandez Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 122 students.
How does Ppep Tec - Celestino Fernandez Learning Center rank in AZ?
Ppep Tec - Celestino Fernandez Learning Center ranks #1,842 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Ppep Tec - Celestino Fernandez Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Ppep Tec - Celestino Fernandez Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 - Celestino Fernandez Learning Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ppep Tec - Celestino Fernandez Learning Center has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Ppep Tec - Celestino Fernandez Learning Center a charter school?
Yes, Ppep Tec - Celestino Fernandez 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 - Celestino Fernandez Learning Center a Title I school?
No, Ppep Tec - Celestino Fernandez 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
- 122
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Pima County
- Phone
- (520) 741-4369
- 4-Year Graduation
- ≤5%
Resources & Links
District
Portable Practical Educational Preparation Inc. ( (4431)- District Enrollment
- 745
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,876
- District Rank
- #5 of 6
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