Very Good
#33 of 225 private schools in AZ
Top 14% of private schools
San Xavier Mission School
Elementary School
1980 W SAN XAVIER RD, Tucson, AZ 85746
Enrollment
84
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
84
Student-Teacher
8.2:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Arizona private schools
#33 of 225
In Tucson
#7 of 36
public schools
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San Xavier Mission School
Elementary School in Tucson · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About San Xavier Mission School
San Xavier Mission School is a private elementary school in Tucson, AZ. San Xavier Mission School serves approximately 84 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 8.2:1 student-teacher ratio. San Xavier Mission School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #33 of 225 private schools in AZ.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 84 students, San Xavier Mission School 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.
At 8.2:1 students to teachers, San Xavier Mission School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
San Xavier Mission School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow San Xavier Mission School compares to 217 public schools serving similar grades in Tucson, AZ
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| San Xavier Mission School (this school) | 7.5 |
| Tucson International Academy Midvale | 7.9 |
| Santa Clara Elementary School | 5.1 |
| Maldonado Amelia Elementary School | 5.8 |
| Miller Elementary School | 4.8 |
| Ombudsman - Charter Valencia | 3.9 |
| Southgate Academy | 4.8 |
| Elvira Elementary School | 6.8 |
| Math and Science Success Academy | 5.8 |
| Challenger Middle School | 3.4 |
| Raul Grijalva Elementary School | 3.7 |
| Mission Manor Elementary School | 5.1 |
| John E White Elementary School | 6.5 |
| Frances J Warren Elementary School | 6.7 |
| Pistor Middle School | 3.6 |
| La Paloma Academy-South | 4.6 |
| Anna Lawrence Intermediate School | 3.5 |
| Liberty Elementary School | 3.1 |
| Apollo Middle School | 4.2 |
| Drexel Elementary School | 4.1 |
| STAR Academic High School | 4.3 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in AZ.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in AZ
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1980 W SAN XAVIER RD, Tucson, AZ 85746
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering San Xavier Mission School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Elvira Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 2.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Frances J Warren Elementary School (rated 6.7/10, 3.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, John E White Elementary School (rated 6.5/10, 3.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Tucson International Academy Midvale Tucson | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Ombudsman - Charter Valencia Tucson | 2.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Santa Clara Elementary School Tucson | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Miller Elementary School Tucson | 2.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Maldonado Amelia Elementary School Tucson | 2.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Southgate Academy Tucson | 2.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Raul Grijalva Elementary School Tucson | 2.8 mi | 3.7 |
| Math and Science Success Academy Tucson | 2.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Elvira Elementary School Tucson | 2.6 mi | 6.8 |
| SAN MIGUEL HIGH SCHOOL Tucson | 2.7 mi | 5.5 |
| John E White Elementary School Tucson | 3.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Challenger Middle School Tucson | 2.8 mi | 3.4 |
| Mission Manor Elementary School Tucson | 3.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Pistor Middle School Tucson | 3.3 mi | 3.6 |
| Frances J Warren Elementary School Tucson | 3.3 mi | 6.7 |
| La Paloma Academy-South Tucson | 3.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Pima Rose Academy Tucson | 3.8 mi | 3.6 |
| Liberty Elementary School Tucson | 3.8 mi | 3.1 |
| Apollo Middle School Tucson | 4.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Anna Lawrence Intermediate School Tucson | 3.8 mi | 3.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85746 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,506
Median Home Value
$225,200
Median Rent
$1,280/mo
Population
44,030
College Educated
17.8%
Homeownership
73.5%
Avg Commute
26.2 min
Poverty Rate
17.6%
Median Age
34.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about San Xavier Mission School
What grades does San Xavier Mission School serve?
San Xavier Mission School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend San Xavier Mission School?
San Xavier Mission School has an enrollment of approximately 84 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at San Xavier Mission School?
The student-teacher ratio at San Xavier Mission School is 8.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does San Xavier Mission School rank in AZ?
San Xavier Mission School ranks #33 of 225 private schools in AZ.
What is San Xavier Mission School's MySchoolScout rating?
San Xavier Mission School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is San Xavier Mission School a private school?
Yes, San Xavier Mission School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is San Xavier Mission School a religious school?
San Xavier Mission School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 84
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Pima County
- Phone
- (520) 294-0628
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