Cape School–detention in Tucson, AZ, serves grades 3–12 with an enrollment of 37 students and a student–teacher ratio of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average ratio.
The graduation rate is 92% in 2023, which is higher than the state average of 77% and significantly exceeds the district rate of 4%.
Math proficiency is 50%, higher than the state average of 34%, while reading proficiency is 65%, also higher than the state average of 40%.
Science proficiency stands at 28%, slightly higher than the state average of 24%.
Enrollment and student–teacher ratio have remained stable from 2019 to 2023, but free lunch eligibility increased from 0% in 2018 to 24% in 2023, indicating a notable rise in low–income student population.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 3-12
Total Students
37 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
8%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
54%
48%
Black
8%
6%
White
30%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)≤10%
78%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% AZ state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cape School-detention?
The graduation rate of Cape School-detention is 10%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 78%.
How many students attend Cape School-detention?
37 students attend Cape School-detention.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Cape School-detention students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 8% of students are American Indian, and 8% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cape School-detention?
Cape School-detention has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cape School-detention offer ?
Cape School-detention offers enrollment in grades 3-12
What school district is Cape School-detention part of?
Cape School-detention is part of Pima County Accommodation School District (4401).
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