Tucked within the tree-lined streets of the Sam Hughes neighborhood, Sam Hughes Elementary is a public school serving more than 300 children in pre-kindergarten through fifth grade as part of the Tucson Unified School District.
Here, the faculty are committed to “develop responsible, involved citizens who are motivated to think critically, to learn continuously, and are free to face the challenges of the future.”
And to foster creativity and well-rounded individuals, Sam Hughes Elementary School encourages students through weekly classes via Opening Minds Through the Arts, where they can develop speaking skills and confidence in the performing arts, from theater and dance to band and orchestra.
Within the core curriculum, students can excel through semester-long earning expeditions in order to provide deeper subject comprehension.
Sam Hughes Elementary School students earn reading and math test scores above the district and state averages. The school often ranks in the top 10% of all elementary schools in Arizona thanks to a more rigorous, balanced approach to education.
Aside from a before- and after-school care program, students also can shine in extracurriculars including basketball, choir, Girls Scouts and the Husky Running Club. The school hosts a calendar of events throughout the year, ranging from spellathons to spirit weeks.
But every day, Sam Hughes Elementary School strives to nurture Tucson’s next generation of lifelong learners.
Sam Hughes Elementary
Public Pre-K, Elementary School
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Grade Pre-K-5
700 N Wilson Ave,
Tucson, AZ
Tucson Unified School District
School Details
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Math Proficiency
57%
Reading Proficiency
72%
Niche Grade
A-
B
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Reading Proficiency
72%
Math Proficiency
57%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers
21
Full Time Teachers
21
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
GreatSchools Rating
7
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
Math
13%
State Average
44%
Science
62%
State Average
31%
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
558:1
Student Diversity
Male
50.2%
Female
49.8%
Hispanic
49.5%
White
37.8%
Two or more races
5.5%
Black
4.6%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.5%
Native American
<1%
Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
GreatSchools Reviews
9/16/2025
Lots of bullying no help principal never available when needed never feels as they are on ur side more against one then for oneDoes not know how to help children out just degrades students not lifting them upNot sure where they get there ratings at either music teach always seems in a bad mood Teach...
9/20/2023
“Our family had high hopes for Sam Hughes Elementary, expecting it to provide a nurturing and quality educational environment for our daughter. However, our experience at the school was deeply disappointing. Our child, who is on a spectrum, faced persistent challenges due to what we perceived as a l...
1/5/2023
It was a lovely community that was focus on the success of our children.
10/16/2018
Great school for my boy and girl. Even my grandpa was graduated from this school!
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List Price Range
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Homes For Sale
17
Average Home Value
$614,032
Median Lot Size
6,316 Sq Ft
% Renters
51%
Average Household Income
$99,563
% of College Grads
75.5%
Median Age
38
Average House Size
1,842 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
42.4%
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Parks in this Area
Himmel Park
- Basketball
- Grills
- Picnic Area
Gene C. Reid Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Bike Trails
- Dog Park
Miramonte Park
- Grills
- Picnic Area
- Trails
San Antonio Park
- Grills
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- Trails
Tahoe Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Randolph Park
- Bike Trails
- Golf
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Additional Neighborhoods in this Area
El Encanto Estates
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Sam Hughes Elementary is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-5 in Tucson, AZ and is served by the Tucson Unified School District in Arizona. The school has a total enrollment of 337 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Academic records show that 57% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 72% are proficient in reading. Sam Hughes Elementary has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 10 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $614,032. Discover additional schools in the area, like The University of Arizona, Catalina High School, Tucson High Magnet School, and more. Learn more about what Tucson has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Sam Hughes Elementary.