Below Average
#1529 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Rillito Center
School · Amphitheater Unified District (4406)
266 E PASTIME RD, Tucson, AZ 85705
Enrollment
73
Student-Teacher
6.6:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
73
Student-Teacher
6.6:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,529 of 2,006
In Tucson
#188 of 257
public schools
In district
#16 of 22
Amphitheater Unified District (4406)
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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About Rillito Center
Rillito Center is a public school in Tucson, AZ, part of Amphitheater Unified District (4406). Rillito Center serves approximately 73 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 6.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Rillito Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,529 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Rillito Center show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 6.5
- AZ avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 73 students, Rillito 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 Rillito 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.
At 6.6:1 students to teachers, Rillito Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Rillito Center — Students at Rillito Center score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
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: 6.9/10.
How Rillito Center Compares
See how Rillito Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
266 E PASTIME RD, Tucson, AZ 85705
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rillito Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. Presidio School (rated 6.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Amphi Academy Online (rated 6.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Amphitheater Middle School Tucson | 0.1 mi | 3.3 |
| L M Prince School Tucson | 0.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Tucson Preparatory School Tucson | 0.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Satori Charter School Tucson | 0.4 mi | 7.1 |
| SATORI Tucson | 0.4 mi | — |
| Amphitheater High School Tucson | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Envision High School Tucson | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Desert Rose Academy Charter School Tucson | 0.8 mi | 3.7 |
| Pima County JTED - Amphi Land Lab Tucson | 0.8 mi | — |
| Amphi Academy Online Tucson | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Helen Keeling Elementary School Tucson | 1.1 mi | 3.5 |
| Academy Del Sol Tucson | 1.0 mi | 2.4 |
| Montessori Schoolhouse Tucson | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Rio Vista Elementary School Tucson | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Frances Owen Holaway Elementary School Tucson | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Presidio School Tucson | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| E C Nash School Tucson | 1.5 mi | 3.6 |
| SALPOINTE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Tucson | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Douglas Elementary School Tucson | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Alternative Computerized Education (ACE) Charter High School Tucson | 2.0 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85705 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,606
Median Home Value
$113,700
Median Rent
$924/mo
Population
54,853
College Educated
20.1%
Homeownership
46%
Avg Commute
21.6 min
Poverty Rate
29.1%
Median Age
34.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rillito Center
What grades does Rillito Center serve?
Rillito Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Rillito Center?
Rillito Center has an enrollment of approximately 73 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rillito Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Rillito Center is 6.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rillito Center rank in AZ?
Rillito Center ranks #1,529 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Rillito Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Rillito 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 Rillito Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rillito Center has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Rillito Center a charter school?
No, Rillito Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rillito Center a Title I school?
No, Rillito Center is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 73
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Pima County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 75.3%
- Phone
- (520) 696-6420
Resources & Links
District
Amphitheater Unified District (4406)- District Enrollment
- 11,835
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,104
- District Rank
- #16 of 22
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