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#1470 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Santa Clara Elementary School
Elementary School · Sunnyside Unified District (4407)
6910 S SANTA CLARA AVE, Tucson, AZ 85756
Enrollment
432
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
432
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,470 of 2,006
In Tucson
#177 of 257
public schools
In district
#8 of 21
Sunnyside Unified District (4407)
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About Santa Clara Elementary School
Santa Clara Elementary School is a public elementary school in Tucson, AZ, part of Sunnyside Unified District (4407). Santa Clara Elementary School serves approximately 432 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Santa Clara Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,470 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Santa Clara Elementary School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 4.8
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Santa Clara Elementary School 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.
69% of students at Santa Clara Elementary 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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Santa Clara Elementary School — Students at Santa Clara Elementary School score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
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: 6.0/10.
How Santa Clara Elementary School Compares
See how Santa Clara Elementary 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
6910 S SANTA CLARA AVE, Tucson, AZ 85756
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Santa Clara Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SAN XAVIER MISSION SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Elvira Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Math and Science Success Academy (rated 5.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Southgate Academy Tucson | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Math and Science Success Academy Tucson | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Elvira Elementary School Tucson | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| SAN MIGUEL HIGH SCHOOL Tucson | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Challenger Middle School Tucson | 0.9 mi | 3.4 |
| Mission Manor Elementary School Tucson | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Tucson International Academy Midvale Tucson | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Ombudsman - Charter Valencia Tucson | 1.3 mi | 3.9 |
| La Paloma Academy-South Tucson | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Liberty Elementary School Tucson | 1.9 mi | 3.1 |
| Raul Grijalva Elementary School Tucson | 2.0 mi | 3.7 |
| Apollo Middle School Tucson | 2.1 mi | 4.2 |
| SAN XAVIER MISSION SCHOOL Tucson | 2.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Drexel Elementary School Tucson | 2.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Pima County JTED - Star Tucson | 2.4 mi | — |
| STAR Academic High School Tucson | 2.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Toltecali High School Tucson | 2.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Pima Vocational High School Tucson | 2.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Pima Rose Academy Tucson | 2.7 mi | 3.6 |
| PCJTED - Sunnyside High School Tucson | 2.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85756 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,617
Median Home Value
$210,800
Median Rent
$1,256/mo
Population
36,716
College Educated
18.9%
Homeownership
79.7%
Avg Commute
24.8 min
Poverty Rate
12.9%
Median Age
36.6
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| Mission Manor Elementary School Tucson, AZ | 5.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Santa Clara Elementary School
What grades does Santa Clara Elementary School serve?
Santa Clara Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Santa Clara Elementary School?
Santa Clara Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 432 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Santa Clara Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Santa Clara Elementary School is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Santa Clara Elementary School rank in AZ?
Santa Clara Elementary School ranks #1,470 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Santa Clara Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Santa Clara Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Santa Clara Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Santa Clara Elementary School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Santa Clara Elementary School a charter school?
No, Santa Clara Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Santa Clara Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Santa Clara Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 432
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Pima County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 69.4%
- Phone
- (520) 545-3700
Resources & Links
District
Sunnyside Unified District (4407)- District Enrollment
- 14,144
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,153
- District Rank
- #8 of 21
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