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#1683 of 2,006 schools in AZ

W V Whitmore Elementary School

Elementary School · Tucson Unified District (4403)

5330 E GLENN ST, Tucson, AZ 85712

Enrollment

304

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

4.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,683 of 2,006

In Tucson

#210 of 257

public schools

In district

#73 of 86

Tucson Unified District (4403)

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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4.5/10

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About W V Whitmore Elementary School

W V Whitmore Elementary School is a public elementary school in Tucson, AZ, part of Tucson Unified District (4403). W V Whitmore Elementary School serves approximately 304 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. W V Whitmore Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,683 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for W V Whitmore Elementary School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.7 pts below district
  • This school 4.5 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

33% of students at W V Whitmore 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 Progress2.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.52 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.5Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency20% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)32% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-12.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile26th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,783
Chronic Absenteeism32.6%

W V Whitmore Elementary School — Students at W V Whitmore Elementary School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 39.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 50.6% (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
62%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
12%
ELA
27%

* 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: 2.5/10.

How W V Whitmore Elementary School Compares

See how W V Whitmore Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.5/10
16th percentile in AZ
Academic
4.5/10
Below Average
Growth
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.6%

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

5330 E GLENN ST, Tucson, AZ 85712

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering W V Whitmore Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Desert Sky Community School (rated 8.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST MICHAEL'S PARISH DAY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TUCSON HEBREW ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
THE GREGORY SCHOOL Tucson 0.6 mi 7.6
CASTLEHILL COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Tucson 0.7 mi 6.7
CARDEN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY CENTRAL Tucson 0.8 mi 6.6
Adventure School Tucson 1.1 mi 3.9
Ida Flood Dodge Traditional Middle Magnet School Tucson 1.1 mi 6.2
BASIS Tucson North Tucson 1.2 mi 8.4
Desert Sky Community School Tucson 1.3 mi 8.1
Leman Academy of Excellence - Central Tucson Tucson 1.5 mi 5.1
John B Wright Elementary School Tucson 1.5 mi 7.0
La Paloma Academy Tucson 1.5 mi 5.7
Mary Meredith K-12 School Tucson 1.8 mi
Davidson Elementary School Tucson 1.9 mi 5.9
PCJTED - Rincon High School Tucson 2.2 mi
University High School Tucson 2.2 mi 9.1
Rincon High School Tucson 2.2 mi 5.8
W Arthur Sewel Elementary School Tucson 2.2 mi 6.9
Academy Adventures Midtown Tucson 2.0 mi
ST MICHAEL'S PARISH DAY SCHOOL Tucson 2.3 mi 7.9
TUCSON HEBREW ACADEMY Tucson 2.2 mi 7.9
Catalina High School Tucson 2.3 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85712 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$48,185

Median Home Value

$250,400

Median Rent

$947/mo

Population

31,964

College Educated

37.2%

Homeownership

40.8%

Avg Commute

21.1 min

Poverty Rate

15.6%

Median Age

43.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about W V Whitmore Elementary School

What grades does W V Whitmore Elementary School serve?

W V Whitmore Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend W V Whitmore Elementary School?

W V Whitmore Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 304 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at W V Whitmore Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at W V Whitmore Elementary School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does W V Whitmore Elementary School rank in AZ?

W V Whitmore Elementary School ranks #1,683 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is W V Whitmore Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

W V Whitmore Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 W V Whitmore Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, W V Whitmore Elementary School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is W V Whitmore Elementary School a charter school?

No, W V Whitmore Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is W V Whitmore Elementary School a Title I school?

No, W V Whitmore Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
34 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
304
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Pima County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.6%

District

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

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