Very Good
#63 of 225 private schools in AZ
Top 28% of private schools
Tucson Baptist Academy
School
1525 S COLUMBUS BLVD, Tucson, AZ 85711
Enrollment
124
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 11th
Enrollment
124
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 11th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Arizona private schools
#63 of 225
In Tucson
#16 of 36
public schools
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Tucson Baptist Academy
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About Tucson Baptist Academy
Tucson Baptist Academy is a private school in Tucson, AZ. Tucson Baptist Academy serves approximately 124 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-11th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Tucson Baptist Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #63 of 225 private schools in AZ.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- AZ avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 124 students, Tucson Baptist Academy 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.
Tucson Baptist Academy 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 Tucson Baptist Academy compares to 282 public schools serving similar grades in Tucson, AZ
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Tucson Baptist Academy (this school) | 7.0 |
| Roberts Naylor | 5.6 |
| Lineweaver Elementary School | 8.0 |
| Children Reaching for the Sky Preparatory | 5.6 |
| Future Investment Middle School | 5.0 |
| Bonillas Elementary Basic Curriculum Magnet School | 7.2 |
| Myers-Ganoung Elementary School | 5.5 |
| Alice Vail Middle School | 6.0 |
| Desert Sage High School | — |
| Howell Peter Elementary | 6.1 |
| University High School | 9.1 |
| Rincon High School | 5.8 |
| PCJTED - Rincon High School | — |
| Robison Elementary School | 6.5 |
| Mary Meredith K-12 School | — |
| BASIS Tucson Primary | 6.8 |
| Sky Islands | 7.3 |
| Pueblo Gardens Elementary | 3.0 |
| Utterback Middle School | 5.6 |
| Sonoran Science Academy - Davis Monthan | 6.4 |
| W Arthur Sewel Elementary School | 6.9 |
Showing 20 of 282 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
1525 S COLUMBUS BLVD, Tucson, AZ 85711
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tucson Baptist Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. RENAISSANCE ACADEMY TUCSON (rated 7.8/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BASIS Tucson Primary (rated 6.8/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Roberts Naylor Tucson | 0.2 mi | 5.6 |
| RENAISSANCE ACADEMY TUCSON Tucson | 0.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Lineweaver Elementary School Tucson | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Children Reaching for the Sky Preparatory Tucson | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Future Investment Middle School Tucson | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Bonillas Elementary Basic Curriculum Magnet School Tucson | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Myers-Ganoung Elementary School Tucson | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Howell Peter Elementary Tucson | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| PCJTED - Rincon High School Tucson | 1.6 mi | — |
| University High School Tucson | 1.6 mi | 9.1 |
| Rincon High School Tucson | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Alice Vail Middle School Tucson | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Desert Sage High School Tucson | 1.5 mi | — |
| FAITH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Tucson | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Tucson | 1.8 mi | — |
| Mary Meredith K-12 School Tucson | 2.1 mi | — |
| BASIS Tucson Primary Tucson | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Robison Elementary School Tucson | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Desert Sky Community School Tucson | 2.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Sky Islands Tucson | 2.2 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85711 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,358
Median Home Value
$248,600
Median Rent
$1,001/mo
Population
41,201
College Educated
30.5%
Homeownership
48.1%
Avg Commute
20.4 min
Poverty Rate
21.9%
Median Age
38
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| FIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sierra Vista, AZ | 6.9 |
| TIA West Tucson, AZ | 7.2 |
| AUTISM ACADEMY FOR EDUCATION & DEVELOPMENT Tucson, AZ | 7.3 |
| CHEDER LUBAVITCH ARIZONA Phoenix, AZ | 6.7 |
| Leading Edge Academy Online Gilbert, AZ | 6.7 |
| WICKENBURG CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Wickenburg, AZ | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tucson Baptist Academy
What grades does Tucson Baptist Academy serve?
Tucson Baptist Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 11th.
How many students attend Tucson Baptist Academy?
Tucson Baptist Academy has an enrollment of approximately 124 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tucson Baptist Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Tucson Baptist Academy is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Tucson Baptist Academy rank in AZ?
Tucson Baptist Academy ranks #63 of 225 private schools in AZ.
What is Tucson Baptist Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Tucson Baptist Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Tucson Baptist Academy a private school?
Yes, Tucson Baptist Academy is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Tucson Baptist Academy a religious school?
Tucson Baptist Academy has a Baptist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 11th
- Enrollment
- 124
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Baptist
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 178 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Pima County
- Phone
- (520) 429-1569
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