Booth-Fickett Math/Science Magnet School
299 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 8th
School Overview
Booth-Fickett Math/Science Magnet School, located in Tucson, Arizona, is part of the Tucson Unified School District (TUSD) and serves students from kindergarten through eighth grade. As a dedicated magnet school, its primary focus is providing an enriched curriculum with an emphasis on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). The school is designed to engage students through hands-on learning, laboratory experiences, and project-based instruction, aiming to foster critical thinking and analytical skills that prepare students for rigorous high school programs and future careers in technical fields.
Beyond its academic core, the school is known for creating a structured environment that emphasizes both personal responsibility and community engagement. Because it serves as a magnet institution, it attracts students from throughout the district who share an interest in math and science, resulting in a diverse student body. The campus utilizes its specialized curriculum to challenge students to apply scientific concepts to real-world problems, ensuring that graduates leave the K-8 program with a strong foundational knowledge and a high level of proficiency in core academic areas.
Beyond its academic core, the school is known for creating a structured environment that emphasizes both personal responsibility and community engagement. Because it serves as a magnet institution, it attracts students from throughout the district who share an interest in math and science, resulting in a diverse student body. The campus utilizes its specialized curriculum to challenge students to apply scientific concepts to real-world problems, ensuring that graduates leave the K-8 program with a strong foundational knowledge and a high level of proficiency in core academic areas.
299
Total Students
24.6
Full-Time Teachers
12.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 50 |
| Hispanic | 160 |
| Black | 61 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More | 15 |
| American Indian | 8 |
| Pacific Islander | 3 |
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Hispanic160 (53.5%)
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Black61 (20.4%)
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White50 (16.7%)
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Two or More15 (5.0%)
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American Indian8 (2.7%)
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Pacific Islander3 (1.0%)
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Asian2 (0.7%)
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: | Tucson Unified District (4403) |
| Phone: | (520)731-3800 |
| Website: | http://boothfickettk8.tusd1.org |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 8th |
| Total Students: | 299 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 24.6 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 12.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
15
Grade 1
18
Grade 2
20
Grade 3
28
Grade 4
20
Grade 5
28
Grade 6
54
Grade 7
55
Grade 8
61
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 15 |
| Grade 1 | 18 |
| Grade 2 | 20 |
| Grade 3 | 28 |
| Grade 4 | 20 |
| Grade 5 | 28 |
| Grade 6 | 54 |
| Grade 7 | 55 |
| Grade 8 | 61 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 143 | 47.8% |
| Male | 156 | 52.2% |
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