Below Average
#197 of 225 private schools in AZ
Santa Cruz Catholic School
Elementary School
29 W 22ND ST, Tucson, AZ 85713
Enrollment
135
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
135
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Arizona private schools
#197 of 225
In Tucson
#31 of 36
public schools
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Santa Cruz Catholic School
Elementary School in Tucson · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Ochoa Elementary School
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About Santa Cruz Catholic School
Santa Cruz Catholic School is a private elementary school in Tucson, AZ. Santa Cruz Catholic School serves approximately 135 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Santa Cruz Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #197 of 225 private schools in AZ.
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 135 students, Santa Cruz Catholic 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.
Santa Cruz Catholic 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 Santa Cruz Catholic School compares to 217 public schools serving similar grades in Tucson, AZ
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Santa Cruz Catholic School (this school) | 4.8 |
| Ochoa Elementary School | 7.0 |
| Drachman Primary Magnet School | 7.0 |
| Borton Primary Magnet School | 7.4 |
| Carrillo Intermediate Magnet School | 9.2 |
| Safford K-8 School | 3.4 |
| Las Puertas Community School | 7.0 |
| Mission View Elementary School | 6.2 |
| Paulo Freire Freedom School - Downtown | 6.5 |
| Highland Free School | 7.5 |
| Holladay Intermediate Magnet School | 4.7 |
| Tucson Magnet High School | 6.2 |
| Miles-Exploratory Learning Center | 5.5 |
| Wakefield Middle School | 8.2 |
| Roskruge Bilingual Magnet Middle School | 6.6 |
| Mexicayotl Academy | 6.5 |
| Davis Bilingual Magnet School | 8.3 |
| Paulo Freire Freedom School - University | 4.8 |
| Pueblo High School | 5.6 |
| Mansfeld Middle Magnet School | 7.3 |
| Nosotros Academy | 5.0 |
Showing 20 of 217 schools. View all schools in Tucson
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
29 W 22ND ST, Tucson, AZ 85713
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Santa Cruz Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Carrillo Intermediate Magnet School (rated 9.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Highland Free School (rated 7.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Borton Primary Magnet School (rated 7.4/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ochoa Elementary School Tucson | 0.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Drachman Primary Magnet School Tucson | 0.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Carrillo Intermediate Magnet School Tucson | 0.7 mi | 9.2 |
| Borton Primary Magnet School Tucson | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Safford K-8 School Tucson | 0.8 mi | 3.4 |
| Las Puertas Community School Tucson | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Mission View Elementary School Tucson | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Pima County Schools Superintendent's Diploma Program Tucson | 1.1 mi | 3.0 |
| Project More High School Tucson | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| City High School Tucson | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Paulo Freire Freedom School - Downtown Tucson | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Holladay Intermediate Magnet School Tucson | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Highland Free School Tucson | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Wakefield Middle School Tucson | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Pima County JTED - Bridges Day Program Tucson | 1.5 mi | — |
| Pima County JTED - Bridges Evening Program Tucson | 1.5 mi | — |
| Innovation Tech High School Tucson | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| PCJTED - Tucson High School Tucson | 1.5 mi | — |
| Tucson Magnet High School Tucson | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Roskruge Bilingual Magnet Middle School Tucson | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85713 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,264
Median Home Value
$171,700
Median Rent
$1,017/mo
Population
45,615
College Educated
20.6%
Homeownership
62%
Avg Commute
21.3 min
Poverty Rate
22.7%
Median Age
36.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Santa Cruz Catholic School
What grades does Santa Cruz Catholic School serve?
Santa Cruz Catholic School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Santa Cruz Catholic School?
Santa Cruz Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 135 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Santa Cruz Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at Santa Cruz Catholic School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Santa Cruz Catholic School rank in AZ?
Santa Cruz Catholic School ranks #197 of 225 private schools in AZ.
What is Santa Cruz Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
Santa Cruz Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Santa Cruz Catholic School a private school?
Yes, Santa Cruz Catholic 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 Santa Cruz Catholic School a religious school?
Santa Cruz Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 135
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Pima County
- Phone
- (520) 624-2093
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