For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 1,929 students in 85730, AZ.
The top ranked public middle schools in 85730, AZ are Sonoran Science Academy East, La Paloma Academy (Lakeside) and Secrist Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 85730 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Arizona public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 85730, AZ have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public middle school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85730, AZ Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sonoran Science Academy East
Charter School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7450 E Stella Rd
Tucson, AZ 85730
(520) 751-2401
Tucson, AZ 85730
(520) 751-2401
Gr: K-8 | 480 students Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #22.
La Paloma Academy (Lakeside)
Charter School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8140 E Golf Links Rd
Tucson, AZ 85730
(520) 733-7373
Tucson, AZ 85730
(520) 733-7373
Gr: K-8 | 866 students Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #33.
Secrist Middle School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3400 S Houghton Rd
Tucson, AZ 85730
(520) 731-5300
Tucson, AZ 85730
(520) 731-5300
Gr: 6-8 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #44.
Santa Rita High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3951 S Pantano Rd
Tucson, AZ 85730
(520) 731-7500
Tucson, AZ 85730
(520) 731-7500
Gr: 8-12 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
85730, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
7777 East Stella Rd
Tucson, AZ 85730
(520) 225-6060
Tucson, AZ 85730
(520) 225-6060
Gr: 6-8 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
7555 East Dogwood
Tucson, AZ 85730
(520) 225-6060
Tucson, AZ 85730
(520) 225-6060
Gr: PK-5 | 276 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
8677 E. Golf Links, Suites 101
Tucson, AZ 85730
(520) 290-9167
Tucson, AZ 85730
(520) 290-9167
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 85730, AZ?
The top ranked public middle schools in 85730, AZ include Sonoran Science Academy East, La Paloma Academy (Lakeside) and Secrist Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 85730?
4 public middle schools are located in 85730.
What is the racial composition of students in 85730?
85730 public middle schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public middle schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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