Presidio School
Charter School
345 Students
Other K - 12th
School Overview
Presidio School, located at 1695 East Fort Lowell Road in Tucson, Arizona, is a tuition-free, K-12 public charter school known for its emphasis on small class sizes and a focused, community-oriented learning environment. The school is often recognized for its commitment to academic rigor and its "small school" philosophy, which aims to foster strong relationships between students, staff, and families. By maintaining lower student-to-teacher ratios, Presidio strives to provide a more personalized educational experience that allows for greater individual attention and a supportive atmosphere for students with diverse learning needs.
In addition to its core curriculum, Presidio School is noted for its stability and long-standing presence in the Tucson education landscape. The school focuses on preparing students for higher education and professional life through a structured academic program that encourages critical thinking and character development. With a philosophy centered on creating a close-knit campus culture, Presidio appeals to families seeking an alternative to the large-campus environment of traditional public schools, providing an educational setting that prioritizes student engagement and individual success.
In addition to its core curriculum, Presidio School is noted for its stability and long-standing presence in the Tucson education landscape. The school focuses on preparing students for higher education and professional life through a structured academic program that encourages critical thinking and character development. With a philosophy centered on creating a close-knit campus culture, Presidio appeals to families seeking an alternative to the large-campus environment of traditional public schools, providing an educational setting that prioritizes student engagement and individual success.
345
Total Students
36.6
Full-Time Teachers
9.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 88 |
| Hispanic | 215 |
| Black | 18 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More | 12 |
| American Indian | 3 |
| Pacific Islander | 5 |
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Hispanic215 (62.3%)
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White88 (25.5%)
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Black18 (5.2%)
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Two or More12 (3.5%)
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Pacific Islander5 (1.4%)
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Asian4 (1.2%)
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American Indian3 (0.9%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Other |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Presidio School (4425) |
| Phone: | (520)881-5222 |
| Grade Range: | K - 12th |
| Total Students: | 345 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 36.6 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 9.4 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
28
Grade 1
31
Grade 2
33
Grade 3
35
Grade 4
28
Grade 5
34
Grade 6
29
Grade 7
19
Grade 8
37
Grade 9
18
Grade 10
25
Grade 11
15
Grade 12
13
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 28 |
| Grade 1 | 31 |
| Grade 2 | 33 |
| Grade 3 | 35 |
| Grade 4 | 28 |
| Grade 5 | 34 |
| Grade 6 | 29 |
| Grade 7 | 19 |
| Grade 8 | 37 |
| Grade 9 | 18 |
| Grade 10 | 25 |
| Grade 11 | 15 |
| Grade 12 | 13 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 179 | 51.9% |
| Male | 166 | 48.1% |
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