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#1967 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Pueblo Gardens Elementary

Elementary School · Tucson Unified District (4403)

2210 E 33RD ST, Tucson, AZ 85713

Enrollment

323

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

3.0

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,967 of 2,006

In Tucson

#254 of 257

public schools

In district

#86 of 86

Tucson Unified District (4403)

School environment

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Pueblo Gardens Elementary

3.0/10

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

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6.0/10

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About Pueblo Gardens Elementary

Pueblo Gardens Elementary is a public elementary school in Tucson, AZ, part of Tucson Unified District (4403). Pueblo Gardens Elementary serves approximately 323 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Pueblo Gardens Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,967 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Pueblo Gardens Elementary show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares3.2 pts below district
  • This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 6.2
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

75% of students at Pueblo Gardens Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.6Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.26 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.1Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency4% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency13% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency9% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)32% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-23.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile5th
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,783
Chronic Absenteeism75.2%

Pueblo Gardens Elementary — Students at Pueblo Gardens Elementary score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 26.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 35.9% (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
60%
ELA
76%
2010
Math
61%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
55%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
50%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
40%
ELA
66%
2014
Math
12%
ELA
13%
2015
Math
12%
ELA
19%
2016
Math
16%
ELA
19%
2017
Math
24%
ELA
24%
2018
Math
19%
ELA
21%
2019
Math
19%
ELA
21%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2022
Math
4%
ELA
13%

* 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: 1.6/10.

How Pueblo Gardens Elementary Compares

See how Pueblo Gardens Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.0/10
2th percentile in AZ
Academic
2.1/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
1.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
75.2%

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

2210 E 33RD ST, Tucson, AZ 85713

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pueblo Gardens Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Highland Free School (rated 7.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Borton Primary Magnet School (rated 7.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cavett Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Youth Works Charter High School Tucson 0.3 mi 6.0
Southside Community School Tucson 0.4 mi 5.0
Cavett Elementary School Tucson 0.5 mi 7.3
Utterback Middle School Tucson 0.6 mi 5.6
Holladay Intermediate Magnet School Tucson 0.9 mi 4.7
Robison Elementary School Tucson 1.2 mi 6.5
ST AMBROSE SCHOOL Tucson 1.6 mi 4.7
Borton Primary Magnet School Tucson 1.4 mi 7.4
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
Highland Free School Tucson 1.6 mi 7.5
Teenage Parent Program - TAPP Tucson 1.9 mi
PPEP TEC - Celestino Fernandez Learning Center Tucson 1.9 mi 3.8
Miles-Exploratory Learning Center Tucson 1.9 mi 5.5
Children Reaching for the Sky Preparatory Tucson 1.6 mi 5.6
Future Investment Middle School Tucson 1.7 mi 5.0
Project More High School Tucson 1.9 mi 5.9
Ha:san Preparatory & Leadership School Tucson 2.0 mi 6.8
Desert Sage High School Tucson 2.1 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85713 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,264

Median Home Value

$171,700

Median Rent

$1,017/mo

Population

45,615

College Educated

20.6%

Homeownership

62%

Avg Commute

21.3 min

Poverty Rate

22.7%

Median Age

36.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pueblo Gardens Elementary

What grades does Pueblo Gardens Elementary serve?

Pueblo Gardens Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Pueblo Gardens Elementary?

Pueblo Gardens Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 323 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pueblo Gardens Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Pueblo Gardens Elementary is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pueblo Gardens Elementary rank in AZ?

Pueblo Gardens Elementary ranks #1,967 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Pueblo Gardens Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Pueblo Gardens Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 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 Pueblo Gardens Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pueblo Gardens Elementary has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Pueblo Gardens Elementary a charter school?

No, Pueblo Gardens Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Pueblo Gardens Elementary a Title I school?

No, Pueblo Gardens Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
22 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
58 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
323
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Pima County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
75.2%

District

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

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