Serving 467 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Sonoran Science Academy East ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 467 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sonoran Science Academy East ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sonoran Science Academy East's student population of 467 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
467 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
2002
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Average Class Size
18 students
School Rankings
Sonoran Science Academy East ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sonoran Science Academy East is 0.64, 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
#607 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
50%
49%
Black
8%
6%
White
32%
33%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.8%
41.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sonoran Science Academy East's ranking?
Sonoran Science Academy East is ranked #607 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Sonoran Science Academy East often compared to?
Sonoran Science Academy Eastis often viewed alongside schools like Basis Tucson Primary, Math And Science Success Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Sonoran Science Academy East?
467 students attend Sonoran Science Academy East.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Sonoran Science Academy East students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sonoran Science Academy East?
Sonoran Science Academy East has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sonoran Science Academy East offer ?
Sonoran Science Academy East offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sonoran Science Academy East part of?
Sonoran Science Academy East is part of Daisy Education Corporation DBA Sonoran Science Ac (89915) School District.
In what neighborhood is Sonoran Science Academy East located?
Sonoran Science Academy East is located in the Carson Corner neighborhood of Tucson, AZ.
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