Serving 262 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 262 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School's student population of 262 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
262 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1631 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
4%
5%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
65%
48%
Black
13%
6%
White
11%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School's ranking?
Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School is ranked #1631 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School often compared to?
Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manzo Elementary School, Tolson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School?
262 students attend Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School?
Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School offer ?
Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School part of?
Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School is part of Tucson Unified District (4403) School District.
In what neighborhood is Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School located?
Tully Elementary Accelerated Magnet School is located in the El Rio Acres neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 5 other public schools located in El Rio Acres.
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