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Roberts Naylor

Elementary School · Tucson Unified District (4403)

1701 S COLUMBUS BLVD, Tucson, AZ 85711

Enrollment

611

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,288 of 2,006

In Tucson

#153 of 257

public schools

In district

#52 of 86

Tucson Unified District (4403)

School environment

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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5.6/10

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

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About Roberts Naylor

Roberts Naylor is a public elementary school in Tucson, AZ, part of Tucson Unified District (4403). Roberts Naylor serves approximately 611 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Roberts Naylor has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,288 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Roberts Naylor show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

53% of students at Roberts Naylor 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 Progress5.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.37 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.7Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency13% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency19% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency16% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)32% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-16.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile18th
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,783
Chronic Absenteeism53.2%

Roberts Naylor — Students at Roberts Naylor score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 25.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 30.6% (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
30%
ELA
46%
2010
Math
33%
ELA
58%
2011
Math
54%
ELA
64%
2012
Math
50%
ELA
58%
2013
Math
48%
ELA
61%
2014
Math
16%
ELA
15%
2015
Math
21%
ELA
19%
2016
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
18%
ELA
16%
2018
Math
21%
ELA
16%
2019
Math
21%
ELA
16%
2020*
Math
8%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
8%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
13%
ELA
19%

* 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: 5.7/10.

How Roberts Naylor Compares

See how Roberts Naylor performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
36th percentile in AZ
Academic
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.7/10
Average
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
53.2%

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

1701 S COLUMBUS BLVD, Tucson, AZ 85711

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Roberts Naylor may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lineweaver Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bonillas Elementary Basic Curriculum Magnet School (rated 7.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FAITH LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
TUCSON BAPTIST ACADEMY Tucson 0.2 mi 7.0
RENAISSANCE ACADEMY TUCSON Tucson 0.4 mi 7.8
Future Investment Middle School Tucson 0.6 mi 5.0
Children Reaching for the Sky Preparatory Tucson 0.6 mi 5.6
Lineweaver Elementary School Tucson 0.8 mi 8.0
Myers-Ganoung Elementary School Tucson 0.9 mi 5.5
Bonillas Elementary Basic Curriculum Magnet School Tucson 1.0 mi 7.2
Alice Vail Middle School Tucson 1.5 mi 6.0
Howell Peter Elementary Tucson 1.8 mi 6.1
PCJTED - Rincon High School Tucson 1.8 mi
University High School Tucson 1.8 mi 9.1
Rincon High School Tucson 1.8 mi 5.8
Desert Sage High School Tucson 1.7 mi
FAITH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Tucson 1.9 mi 7.2
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Tucson 1.9 mi
Mary Meredith K-12 School Tucson 2.2 mi
Robison Elementary School Tucson 2.0 mi 6.5
BASIS Tucson Primary Tucson 2.3 mi 6.8
Sonoran Science Academy - Davis Monthan Tucson 2.3 mi 6.4
Sky Islands Tucson 2.2 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85711 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$52,358

Median Home Value

$248,600

Median Rent

$1,001/mo

Population

41,201

College Educated

30.5%

Homeownership

48.1%

Avg Commute

20.4 min

Poverty Rate

21.9%

Median Age

38

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Roberts Naylor

What grades does Roberts Naylor serve?

Roberts Naylor serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Roberts Naylor?

Roberts Naylor has an enrollment of approximately 611 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Roberts Naylor?

The student-teacher ratio at Roberts Naylor is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Roberts Naylor rank in AZ?

Roberts Naylor ranks #1,288 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Roberts Naylor's MySchoolScout rating?

Roberts Naylor has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Roberts Naylor?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Roberts Naylor has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Roberts Naylor a charter school?

No, Roberts Naylor is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Roberts Naylor a Title I school?

No, Roberts Naylor is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
63 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
39 Some Transit
Bike Score
78 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
611
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Pima County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
53.2%

District

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

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