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#1790 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School

Elementary School · Tucson Unified District (4403)

1701 W EL RIO DR, Tucson, AZ 85745

Enrollment

262

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

4.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,790 of 2,006

In Tucson

#226 of 257

public schools

In district

#76 of 86

Tucson Unified District (4403)

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School

4.1/10

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About Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School

Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School is a public elementary school in Tucson, AZ, part of Tucson Unified District (4403). Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School serves approximately 262 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,790 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.1 pts below district
  • This school 4.1 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

36% of students at Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.0Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.32 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.3Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)32% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-22.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile6th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,783
Chronic Absenteeism36.3%

Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School — Students at Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 35.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 40.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
49%
ELA
60%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
73%
2011
Math
66%
ELA
69%
2012
Math
59%
ELA
74%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%

* 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: 3.0/10.

How Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School Compares

See how Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.1/10
11th percentile in AZ
Academic
2.3/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
36.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1701 W EL RIO DR, Tucson, AZ 85745

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Davis Bilingual Magnet School (rated 8.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Manzo Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mexicayotl Academy (rated 6.5/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
ASDB - Tucson Campus Tucson 0.7 mi 6.1
ASDB - ELP Tucson Campus Preschool Tucson 0.7 mi
Manzo Elementary School Tucson 0.8 mi 7.2
Nosotros Academy Tucson 1.3 mi 5.0
INTERMOUNTAIN ACADEMY Tucson 1.4 mi 7.4
E C Nash School Tucson 1.5 mi 3.6
Douglas Elementary School Tucson 1.8 mi 4.2
Davis Bilingual Magnet School Tucson 1.6 mi 8.3
Pima County JTED - Pima Community College Tucson 1.7 mi
Alternative Computerized Education (ACE) Charter High School Tucson 1.7 mi 5.5
Academy of Math and Science Tucson 2.0 mi 6.2
Pima Partnership School The Tucson 1.8 mi 5.7
Pima Partnership Academy Tucson 1.8 mi 6.5
Tucson International Academy Tucson 2.0 mi 5.2
TIA West Tucson 2.0 mi 7.2
Morgan Maxwell School Tucson 1.9 mi 3.8
Pima County JTED - Flowing Wells Tucson 2.2 mi
Flowing Wells High School Tucson 2.2 mi 7.0
Mexicayotl Academy Tucson 2.0 mi 6.5
Desert Rose Academy Charter School Tucson 2.2 mi 3.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85745 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,608

Median Home Value

$324,100

Median Rent

$1,128/mo

Population

37,788

College Educated

45.3%

Homeownership

64.1%

Avg Commute

23.1 min

Poverty Rate

15.3%

Median Age

39.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School

What grades does Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School serve?

Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School?

Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School has an enrollment of approximately 262 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School?

The student-teacher ratio at Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School rank in AZ?

Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School ranks #1,790 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School's MySchoolScout rating?

Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School a charter school?

No, Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School a Title I school?

No, Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
39 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
60 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
262
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Pima County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
36.3%

District

Tucson Unified District (4403)
District Enrollment
40,929
Schools in District
90
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,783
District Rank
#76 of 86

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