Average
#1297 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Ppep Tec - Colin L. Powell Learning Center
High School · Portable Practical Educational Preparation Inc. ( (4431)
1840 E BENSON HWY, Tucson, AZ 85714
Enrollment
94
Score
5.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
94
Score
5.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,297 of 2,006
In Tucson
#157 of 257
public schools
In district
#1 of 6
Portable Practical Educational Preparation Inc. ( (4431)
Academic growth
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Ppep Tec - Colin L. Powell Learning Center
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About Ppep Tec - Colin L. Powell Learning Center
Ppep Tec - Colin L. Powell Learning Center is a public high school in Tucson, AZ, part of Portable Practical Educational Preparation Inc. ( (4431). Ppep Tec - Colin L.
Powell Learning Center serves approximately 94 students, and covers grades 9th-12th. Ppep Tec - Colin L. Powell Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,297 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Ppep Tec - Colin L. Powell Learning Center show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 4.4
- AZ avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 94 students, Ppep Tec - Colin L. Powell 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.
Ppep Tec - Colin L. Powell 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 - Colin L. Powell Learning Center — Students at Ppep Tec - Colin L. Powell Learning Center score 25% 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
→ StableAverage 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: 7.9/10.
How Ppep Tec - Colin L. Powell Learning Center Compares
See how Ppep Tec - Colin L. Powell 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 - Colin L. Powell Learning Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Center for Academic Success #1 - Sierra Vista 9-12 (rated 7.1/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Sierra Vista), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Buena High School (rated 6.8/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Sierra Vista), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.3 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 - Colin L. Powell Learning Center
What grades does Ppep Tec - Colin L. Powell Learning Center serve?
Ppep Tec - Colin L. Powell Learning Center serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Ppep Tec - Colin L. Powell Learning Center?
Ppep Tec - Colin L. Powell Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 94 students.
How does Ppep Tec - Colin L. Powell Learning Center rank in AZ?
Ppep Tec - Colin L. Powell Learning Center ranks #1,297 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Ppep Tec - Colin L. Powell Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Ppep Tec - Colin L. Powell 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 Ppep Tec - Colin L. Powell Learning Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ppep Tec - Colin L. Powell Learning Center has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Ppep Tec - Colin L. Powell Learning Center a charter school?
Yes, Ppep Tec - Colin L. Powell 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 - Colin L. Powell Learning Center a Title I school?
No, Ppep Tec - Colin L. Powell 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
- 94
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Cochise County
- Phone
- (520) 458-8205
- 4-Year Graduation
- 24.5%
Resources & Links
District
Portable Practical Educational Preparation Inc. ( (4431)- District Enrollment
- 745
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,876
- District Rank
- #1 of 6
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