Very Good
#15 of 225 private schools in AZ
Top 6% of private schools
Tucson Hebrew Academy
Elementary School
3888 E RIVER RD, Tucson, AZ 85718
Enrollment
114
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
114
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Arizona private schools
#15 of 225
In Tucson
#2 of 36
public schools
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Tucson Hebrew Academy
Elementary School in Tucson · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Tucson Hebrew Academy
Tucson Hebrew Academy is a private elementary school in Tucson, AZ. Tucson Hebrew Academy serves approximately 114 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 5.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Tucson Hebrew Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #15 of 225 private schools in AZ.
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 114 students, Tucson Hebrew 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.
At 5.4:1 students to teachers, Tucson Hebrew Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Tucson Hebrew 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 Hebrew Academy compares to 217 public schools serving similar grades in Tucson, AZ
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Tucson Hebrew Academy (this school) | 7.9 |
| Khalsa School | 8.0 |
| Davidson Elementary School | 5.9 |
| Academy Adventures Midtown | — |
| Cragin Elementary School | 6.8 |
| Doolen Middle School | 5.7 |
| John B Wright Elementary School | 7.0 |
| Tucson Unified Virtual Academy | 6.7 |
| Catalina High School | 5.2 |
| Frances Owen Holaway Elementary School | 7.1 |
| W V Whitmore Elementary School | 4.5 |
| Presidio School | 6.8 |
| BASIS Tucson North | 8.4 |
| Blenman Elementary School | 3.9 |
| Rio Vista Elementary School | 6.1 |
| Montessori Schoolhouse | 7.3 |
| AmeriSchools Academy - Country Club | 4.2 |
| AmeriSchools Academy Online Instruction | — |
| BASIS Tucson Primary | 6.8 |
| Desert Sky Community School | 8.1 |
| Satori Charter School | 7.1 |
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
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
3888 E RIVER RD, Tucson, AZ 85718
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tucson Hebrew Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Khalsa School (rated 8.0/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is TUCSON WALDORF SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Frances Owen Holaway Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 2.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Khalsa School Tucson | 0.2 mi | 8.0 |
| TUCSON WALDORF SCHOOL Tucson | 0.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Davidson Elementary School Tucson | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Academy Adventures Midtown Tucson | 0.9 mi | — |
| CARDEN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY CENTRAL Tucson | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| NORTHMINSTER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Tucson | 1.7 mi | — |
| Doolen Middle School Tucson | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| VERITAS ACADEMY OF TUCSON Tucson | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Cragin Elementary School Tucson | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Tucson Unified Virtual Academy Tucson | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| John B Wright Elementary School Tucson | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Catalina High School Tucson | 2.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Catalina Foothills High School Tucson | 2.2 mi | 8.4 |
| THE GREGORY SCHOOL Tucson | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Southern Arizona Community Academy Tucson | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| SACA Online Tucson | 2.2 mi | — |
| CASTLEHILL COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Tucson | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| W V Whitmore Elementary School Tucson | 2.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Blenman Elementary School Tucson | 2.4 mi | 3.9 |
| Frances Owen Holaway Elementary School Tucson | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85718 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$112,664
Median Home Value
$677,400
Median Rent
$1,224/mo
Population
27,721
College Educated
72.2%
Homeownership
69%
Avg Commute
23.1 min
Poverty Rate
4.7%
Median Age
54.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tucson Hebrew Academy
What grades does Tucson Hebrew Academy serve?
Tucson Hebrew Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Tucson Hebrew Academy?
Tucson Hebrew Academy has an enrollment of approximately 114 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tucson Hebrew Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Tucson Hebrew Academy is 5.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Tucson Hebrew Academy rank in AZ?
Tucson Hebrew Academy ranks #15 of 225 private schools in AZ.
What is Tucson Hebrew Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Tucson Hebrew Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Tucson Hebrew Academy a private school?
Yes, Tucson Hebrew Academy is a private coeducational school with a Jewish 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 Hebrew Academy a religious school?
Tucson Hebrew Academy has a Jewish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 114
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Jewish
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Pima County
- Phone
- (520) 529-3888
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