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#938 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 47% in state

Twin Peaks Elementary School

Elementary School · Marana Unified District (4404)

7995 W TWIN PEAKS RD, Tucson, AZ 85743

Enrollment

954

Student-Teacher

15.9:1

Score

6.5

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#938 of 2,006

In Tucson

#104 of 257

public schools

In district

#7 of 19

Marana Unified District (4404)

School environment

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Twin Peaks Elementary School

6.5/10

Elementary School in Tucson · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Twin Peaks Elementary School

Twin Peaks Elementary School is a public elementary school in Tucson, AZ, part of Marana Unified District (4404). Twin Peaks Elementary School serves approximately 954 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Twin Peaks Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #938 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Twin Peaks Elementary School show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

37% of students at Twin Peaks Elementary 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 Progress5.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.48 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.4Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency44% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-1.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile62th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,680
Chronic Absenteeism37.1%

Twin Peaks Elementary School — Students at Twin Peaks Elementary School score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 63.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 66.2% (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
78%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
80%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
80%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
79%
ELA
88%
2014
Math
60%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
59%
ELA
58%
2016
Math
59%
ELA
64%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
61%
ELA
60%
2019
Math
61%
ELA
60%
2020*
Math
39%
ELA
43%
2021*
Math
39%
ELA
43%
2022
Math
39%
ELA
48%

* 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: 5.4/10.

How Twin Peaks Elementary School Compares

See how Twin Peaks Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.5/10
53th percentile in AZ
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
5.4/10
Average
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
60 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
37.1%

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

7995 W TWIN PEAKS RD, Tucson, AZ 85743

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Twin Peaks Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dove Mountain K-8 (rated 9.1/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Marana), which scores notably higher. Another option is Leman Academy of Excellence (rated 8.4/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rattlesnake Ridge Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.9 mi
School Distance Rating
REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL Tucson 0.5 mi 4.6
Rattlesnake Ridge Elementary Tucson 1.1 mi 8.3
Coyote Trail Elementary School Tucson 2.1 mi 7.3
Leman Academy of Excellence Tucson 2.9 mi 8.4
Leman Virtual Academy Tucson 2.9 mi 7.6
Degrazia Elementary School Tucson 3.5 mi 6.1
Quail Run Elementary School Tucson 4.2 mi 5.4
Tortolita Middle School Tucson 4.7 mi 4.2
Dove Mountain K-8 Marana 5.3 mi 9.1
MUSD Early Learning and Resource Center Tucson 4.9 mi 4.1
PCJTED - Mountain View High School Tucson 5.0 mi
Pima County JTED - Mountain View Tucson 5.0 mi
Mountain View High School Tucson 5.0 mi 6.7
Marana High School Marana 5.1 mi 6.4
Flowing Wells Digital Campus Tucson 5.4 mi 5.5
Sentinel Peak High School Tucson 5.4 mi 5.4
BEAUTIFUL SAVIOR ACADEMY Tucson 5.6 mi
Legacy Traditional School - Northwest Tucson Chandler 5.5 mi 7.2
Ironwood Elementary School Tucson 5.6 mi 7.6
Butterfield Elementary School Tucson 5.9 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85743 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$89,484

Median Home Value

$329,200

Median Rent

$1,661/mo

Population

30,627

College Educated

38.6%

Homeownership

86%

Avg Commute

28.4 min

Poverty Rate

10.3%

Median Age

47.4

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Leman Academy of Excellence East Tucson Tucson, AZ 6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Twin Peaks Elementary School

What grades does Twin Peaks Elementary School serve?

Twin Peaks Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Twin Peaks Elementary School?

Twin Peaks Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 954 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Twin Peaks Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Twin Peaks Elementary School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Twin Peaks Elementary School rank in AZ?

Twin Peaks Elementary School ranks #938 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Twin Peaks Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Twin Peaks Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Twin Peaks Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Twin Peaks Elementary School has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Twin Peaks Elementary School a charter school?

No, Twin Peaks Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Twin Peaks Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Twin Peaks Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
40 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
954
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
60
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Pima County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
37.1%

District

Marana Unified District (4404)
District Enrollment
12,872
Schools in District
20
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,680
District Rank
#7 of 19

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