Very Good
#657 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 33% in state
Based on limited data
Sahuarita Primary School
Elementary School · Sahuarita Unified District (4411)
350 W SAHUARITA RD, Sahuarita, AZ 85629
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 10 schools in Sahuarita. Learn more
Enrollment
340
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
340
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#657 of 2,006
In Sahuarita
#2 of 11
public schools
In district
#2 of 10
Sahuarita Unified District (4411)
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Sahuarita Primary School
Elementary School in Sahuarita · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sahuarita Primary School
Sahuarita Primary School is a public elementary school in Sahuarita, AZ, part of Sahuarita Unified District (4411). Sahuarita Primary School serves approximately 340 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Sahuarita Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #657 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
43% of students at Sahuarita Primary School 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
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Test Scores
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How Sahuarita Primary School Compares
See how Sahuarita Primary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
350 W SAHUARITA RD, Sahuarita, AZ 85629
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sahuarita Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Copper View Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Continental Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Green Valley), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SAN XAVIER MISSION SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 10.3 miles away, in nearby Tucson), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Sahuarita, see our Sahuarita schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sahuarita Intermediate School Sahuarita | 0.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Sahuarita Middle School Sahuarita | 0.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Wrightson Ridge K-8 School Sahuarita | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Sahuarita Digital Pathways Academy Sahuarita | 0.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Copper View Elementary School Sahuarita | 0.4 mi | 8.3 |
| PCJTED - Sahuarita High School Tucson | 0.5 mi | — |
| Sahuarita High School Sahuarita | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Anza Trail Sahuarita | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Great Expectations Academy Sahuarita | 2.3 mi | 6.5 |
| PCJTED - Walden Grove High School Tucson | 3.0 mi | — |
| Walden Grove High School Sahuarita | 3.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Colearn Academy Arizona Green Valley | 6.4 mi | — |
| Summit View Elementary Tucson | 7.7 mi | 2.9 |
| Continental Elementary School Green Valley | 8.2 mi | 7.6 |
| SAN XAVIER MISSION SCHOOL Tucson | 10.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Santa Clara Elementary School Tucson | 11.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Challenger Middle School Tucson | 11.5 mi | 3.4 |
| Maldonado Amelia Elementary School Tucson | 11.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Elvira Elementary School Tucson | 11.6 mi | 6.8 |
| SAN MIGUEL HIGH SCHOOL Tucson | 11.9 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85629 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$106,039
Median Home Value
$313,600
Median Rent
$1,770/mo
Population
30,989
College Educated
36.2%
Homeownership
81.7%
Avg Commute
28.7 min
Poverty Rate
9.1%
Median Age
32.9
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|---|---|
| Bonillas Elementary Basic Curriculum Magnet School Tucson, AZ | 7.2 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tempe, AZ | 7.2 |
| Henry Hank Oyama Tucson, AZ | 7.2 |
| Jamaica Elementary School Lake Havasu City, AZ | 7.2 |
| Joseph P. Spracale Elementary School Tempe, AZ | 7.2 |
| Lafe Nelson School Safford, AZ | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sahuarita Primary School
What grades does Sahuarita Primary School serve?
Sahuarita Primary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Sahuarita Primary School?
Sahuarita Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 340 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sahuarita Primary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sahuarita Primary School is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sahuarita Primary School rank in AZ?
Sahuarita Primary School ranks #657 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Sahuarita Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sahuarita Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Sahuarita Primary School a charter school?
No, Sahuarita Primary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sahuarita Primary School a Title I school?
No, Sahuarita Primary School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 340
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Pima County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.6%
- Phone
- (520) 625-6502
Resources & Links
District
Sahuarita Unified District (4411)- District Enrollment
- 6,431
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $8,786
- District Rank
- #2 of 10
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