Serving 241 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mission View Elementary 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 15-19% (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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 241 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mission View Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Mission View Elementary School's student population of 241 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
241 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'Mission View has proudly been a part of the South Tucson community.'
School Rankings
Mission View Elementary 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 Mission View Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#1537 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
93%
48%
Black
1%
6%
White
3%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Mission View Elementary School's ranking?
Mission View Elementary School is ranked #1537 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
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 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Mission View Elementary School?
241 students attend Mission View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Mission View Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mission View Elementary School?
Mission View Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mission View Elementary School offer ?
Mission View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mission View Elementary School part of?
Mission View Elementary School is part of Tucson Unified District (4403) School District.
In what neighborhood is Mission View Elementary School located?
Mission View Elementary School is located in the Mission View neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Mission View.
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