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#1481 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Southside Community School
School · Aprender Tucson (79426)
2701 S CAMPBELL AVE, Tucson, AZ 85713
Enrollment
226
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 9th
Enrollment
226
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 9th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,481 of 2,006
In Tucson
#181 of 257
public schools
Academic growth
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Southside Community School
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About Southside Community School
Southside Community School is a public school in Tucson, AZ, part of Aprender Tucson (79426). Southside Community School serves approximately 226 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-9th. Southside Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,481 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Southside Community School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- AZ avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Southside Community 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.
Southside Community School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
59% of students at Southside Community 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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Southside Community School — Students at Southside Community School score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
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: 7.8/10.
How Southside Community School Compares
See how Southside Community School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
2701 S CAMPBELL AVE, Tucson, AZ 85713
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southside Community School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Wakefield Middle School (rated 8.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Van Buskirk Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Innovation Tech High School (rated 7.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Youth Works Charter High School Tucson | 0.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Cavett Elementary School Tucson | 0.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Pueblo Gardens Elementary Tucson | 0.4 mi | 3.0 |
| Utterback Middle School Tucson | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Holladay Intermediate Magnet School Tucson | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Pima County JTED - Bridges Day Program Tucson | 1.1 mi | — |
| Pima County JTED - Bridges Evening Program Tucson | 1.1 mi | — |
| Innovation Tech High School Tucson | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| PPEP TEC - Celestino Fernandez Learning Center Tucson | 1.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Borton Primary Magnet School Tucson | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Robison Elementary School Tucson | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Highland Free School Tucson | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Van Buskirk Elementary School Tucson | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| ST AMBROSE SCHOOL Tucson | 1.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Las Puertas Community School Tucson | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Wakefield Middle School Tucson | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Mission View Elementary School Tucson | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Project More High School Tucson | 2.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Miles-Exploratory Learning Center Tucson | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Alta Vista High School Tucson | 2.1 mi | 5.8 |
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 Southside Community School
What grades does Southside Community School serve?
Southside Community School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 9th.
How many students attend Southside Community School?
Southside Community School has an enrollment of approximately 226 students.
How does Southside Community School rank in AZ?
Southside Community School ranks #1,481 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Southside Community School's MySchoolScout rating?
Southside Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Southside Community School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Southside Community School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Southside Community School a charter school?
Yes, Southside Community School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Southside Community School a Title I school?
No, Southside Community School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 9th
- Enrollment
- 226
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Pima County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 59.3%
- Phone
- (520) 623-7102
Resources & Links
District
Aprender Tucson (79426)- District Enrollment
- 226
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,135
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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