Presidio School

Presidio School

Charter Elementary, Middle, High School | Grade K-12
1695 E Fort Lowell Rd,  Tucson, AZ
Richland Heights Neighborhood
4.0
3.6
392 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Dr. Mark Saliba
Student Teacher Ratio
0:1
Average SAT Score
1110
Average ACT Score
21
Math Proficiency
41%
Reading Proficiency
57%
Average GPA
3.32

Niche Grade

A-
Academics
A+
Teachers
A-
College Prep
B+
Administration
C+
Resources/Facilities
C
Clubs and Activities
B-
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.32
Reading Proficiency
57%
Math Proficiency
41%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
0:1
Teachers
0
Teachers in First or Second Year
6.9%
College Prep
Average SAT
1110
Math
550
Verbal
560
Average ACT
21
Math
20
English
22
Reading
22
Science
21
Number of AP Courses
10
AP Pass Rate
92.7%
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

7
Test Scores
10
Equity
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
31%
State Average
44%
Science
57%
State Average
31%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
394:1

Student Diversity

Female
51.7%
Male
48.3%
Hispanic
62.2%
Economically disadvantaged
59%
Female
51.7%
Male
48.3%
White
25.6%
Limited English proficient
5.8%
Black
5.2%
Two or more races
3.5%

School Rankings

#24 Best Public HS Teachers in Arizona
#35 Best Charter HS in Arizona
#49 Best Public MS Teachers in Arizona
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Arizona 69 Students
Northern Arizona University 42 Students
Arizona State University 27 Students
Pima Community College 15 Students
Grand Canyon University 12 Students
University of San Diego 8 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 7 Students
Arizona State University - West Campus 7 Students
Prescott College 7 Students
Stanford University 6 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 10 Students
Engineering 8 Students
Business 7 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 6 Students
Biology 5 Students
Creative Writing 5 Students
Marketing 4 Students
English 4 Students
Foreign Languages and Literatures 4 Students
Civil Engineering 3 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.0 15 Reviews
5.0 Parent
12/1/2021
Excellent and one of the best charter school in tucson, i have two student studying in presidio and so far we are very happy for the progress of our 2 child thanks to all the teachers...
5.0 Junior
1/2/2019
I have attended Presidio since my first day of kindergarten, and I'm now a junior in high school. I have received so much support and had wonderful experiences at this school. I really do feel that Presidio is preparing me for college and for my future.
2.0 NicheUser
4/10/2013
There is no definite athletics program. However there is a basketball team and a morning class where "physical activities" are held. Presidio is much more of an academic than athletic school
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3.6 38 Reviews
1.0 parent
2/1/2026
This is the worst school I have ever brought my child to. If I could go back in time, I would have never brought my child to the school. They had been bullied and not just by students, but also by teachers who are not nice at all and didn't teach my daughter in the way she needed. My daughter told m...
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1.0 other
2/1/2026
Do NOT send your child here. Students bring weapons and are not questioned about it. Teachers wrongfully accused students on anything and do unacceptable searches on students due to appearance. This is not diverse at all with less than 5% in minorities. Teachers are inappropriate and disrespectful t...
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5.0 parent
11/20/2025
My children have had an outstanding experience at Presidio. The educators demonstrate exceptional proficiency, and the administration team consistently exhibits a willingness to listen and provide support to the best of their ability. The principal is particularly commendable; her knowledge and comm...
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3.0 other
7/22/2025
I would personally not recommend this school to anyone the campus is often dirty and the school counselor is not kind or helpful to the students she cares more about what your wearing then what your feeling I just would not recommend this school considering teachers aren’t great and this school is n...
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Presidio School

Presidio School is a charter school for students in grades K-12 located at 1695 E Fort Lowell Rd in Tucson, AZ. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 392 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 0:1. Academic records show that 41% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 57% are proficient in reading. Presidio School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.32. Average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1110 and an ACT score of 21. The average home value in this area is $484,359. Discover additional schools in the area, like Southern Arizona Community High School, Amerischools Academy Online Instruction, Amerischools Academy, and more. Learn more about what Tucson has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Presidio School.

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