School Overview
Manzanita Elementary School, located in the Catalina Foothills School District (CFSD) in Tucson, Arizona, is a highly regarded public school known for its commitment to academic excellence and comprehensive student development. Serving students from kindergarten through fifth grade, the school emphasizes a rigorous curriculum that balances core academics with fine arts, technology, and physical education. Its location in the scenic foothills allows it to serve a diverse and engaged community, fostering a supportive environment where students are encouraged to reach their full potential through collaborative learning and innovative instruction.

Beyond its academic focus, Manzanita is recognized for its strong emphasis on community involvement and the social-emotional well-being of its students. The school benefits from the resources and reputation of the Catalina Foothills District, which is consistently ranked among the top-performing districts in the state. By integrating modern educational standards with a nurturing atmosphere, Manzanita strives to prepare students not only for success in middle school but also to become well-rounded, curious, and responsible citizens within their community.
579
Total Students
33.5
Full-Time Teachers
17.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Manzanita School
Demographic Student Count
White354
Hispanic155
Black5
Asian20
Two or More44
American Indian1
  • White
    354 (61.1%)
  • Hispanic
    155 (26.8%)
  • Two or More
    44 (7.6%)
  • Asian
    20 (3.5%)
  • Black
    5 (0.9%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Catalina Foothills Unified District (4410)
Phone: (520)209-7800
Website: http://mzes.cfsd16.org
Grade Range: K - 5th
Total Students: 579
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 33.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 83
Grade 1 81
Grade 2 95
Grade 3 110
Grade 4 110
Grade 5 100

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Manzanita School
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten83
Grade 181
Grade 295
Grade 3110
Grade 4110
Grade 5100
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Manzanita School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female29751.3%
Male28248.7%
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