Tucson Christian School in Tucson, AZ, serves 189 students from pre–kindergarten through 8th grade in a central city setting.
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 15:1 with 13 teachers supporting its co–ed regular elementary and secondary programs.
Founded with a Baptist orientation and holding membership in the Association of Christian Schools International, it offers education with a religious affiliation classified as other religious.
Approximately 44% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting the diversity within this Tucson private school.
Tucson Christian School is located near several private schools in Tucson, providing families options for private K–8 education.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
189 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
44%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Tucson Christian School?
The application deadline for Tucson Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Tucson Christian School is The Gregory School (0.5 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Castlehill Country Day School (0.6 miles away)
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3231 N Craycroft Rd
Tucson, AZ 85712
(520) 327-6395
Tucson, AZ 85712
(520) 327-6395
0.5 miles
Gr: 5-12 | 369 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 36 Tuition listed
3225 N Craycroft Rd
Tucson, AZ 85712
(520) 795-0008
Tucson, AZ 85712
(520) 795-0008
0.6 miles
Gr: NS-5 | 154 students Avg. class size: 18 students Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
San Pedro Valley Academy
All-boys | Alternative School
6107 E Grant Rd
Tucson, AZ 85712
(520) 457-9057
Tucson, AZ 85712
(520) 457-9057
0.9 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 33 students Tuition listed
2727 N Swan Rd
Tucson, AZ 85712
(520) 318-3824
Tucson, AZ 85712
(520) 318-3824
1 miles
Gr: K-8 | 52 students Tuition listed
St. Cyril Elementary School ![St. Cyril Elementary School Photo - A first and second grade homeroom working their calendar activities.]( "St. Cyril Elementary School Photo - A first and second grade homeroom working their calendar activities.")
(Catholic)
4725 E Pima Street
Tucson, AZ 85712
(520) 991-9241
Tucson, AZ 85712
(520) 991-9241
1.4 miles
Gr: K-8 | 378 students Avg. class size: 23 students Sports: 3 Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
3231 N Craycroft Rd
Tucson, AZ 85712
(520) 327-6395
Tucson, AZ 85712
(520) 327-6395
0.5 miles
Gr: 5-12 | 369 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 36 Tuition listed
San Pedro Valley Academy
All-boys | Alternative School
6107 E Grant Rd
Tucson, AZ 85712
(520) 457-9057
Tucson, AZ 85712
(520) 457-9057
0.9 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 33 students Tuition listed
Desert Willow Educational Services
Special Education School
3953 E Paradise Falls Dr Unit 110
Tucson, AZ 85712
(520) 323-0401
Tucson, AZ 85712
(520) 323-0401
2.1 miles
Gr: 10-12 | 10 students Avg. class size: 4 students
1670 N Kolb Rd # 148
Tucson, AZ 85715
(520) 298-0266
Tucson, AZ 85715
(520) 298-0266
2.2 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 10 students Tuition listed
Veritas Academy Of Tucson ![Veritas Academy Of Tucson Photo]( "Veritas Academy Of Tucson Photo")
Special Program Emphasis
2151 N Palo Verde Blvd
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 576-0427
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 576-0427
2.6 miles
Gr: K-12 | 183 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
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3231 N Craycroft Rd
Tucson, AZ 85712
(520) 327-6395
Tucson, AZ 85712
(520) 327-6395
0.5 miles
Gr: 5-12 | 369 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 36 Tuition listed
3225 N Craycroft Rd
Tucson, AZ 85712
(520) 795-0008
Tucson, AZ 85712
(520) 795-0008
0.6 miles
Gr: NS-5 | 154 students Avg. class size: 18 students Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
2727 N Swan Rd
Tucson, AZ 85712
(520) 318-3824
Tucson, AZ 85712
(520) 318-3824
1 miles
Gr: K-8 | 52 students Tuition listed
St. Cyril Elementary School ![St. Cyril Elementary School Photo - A first and second grade homeroom working their calendar activities.]( "St. Cyril Elementary School Photo - A first and second grade homeroom working their calendar activities.")
(Catholic)
4725 E Pima Street
Tucson, AZ 85712
(520) 991-9241
Tucson, AZ 85712
(520) 991-9241
1.4 miles
Gr: K-8 | 378 students Avg. class size: 23 students Sports: 3 Tuition listed
Desert Valley Christian School ![Desert Valley Christian School Photo - outside of building]( "Desert Valley Christian School Photo - outside of building")
(Seventh Day Adventist)
1200 N Santa Rosa Avenue
Tucson, AZ 85712
(520) 795-0161
Tucson, AZ 85712
(520) 795-0161
1.6 miles
Gr: K-8 | 37 students Avg. class size: 10 students Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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3225 N Craycroft Rd
Tucson, AZ 85712
(520) 795-0008
Tucson, AZ 85712
(520) 795-0008
0.6 miles
Gr: NS-5 | 154 students Avg. class size: 18 students Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
4625 East River Road
Tucson, AZ 85718
(520) 299-8908
Tucson, AZ 85718
(520) 299-8908
1.9 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 80 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition listed
Anshei Israel Preschool & Kindergarten ![Anshei Israel Preschool & Kindergarten Photo - Lifelong learning and friendships start here!]( "Anshei Israel Preschool & Kindergarten Photo - Lifelong learning and friendships start here!")
Daycare / Preschool (Jewish)
5550 E 5th St
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 745-5550
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 745-5550
2.1 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 56 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition listed
St. Albans Preschool & Kindergarten ![St. Albans Preschool & Kindergarten Photo]( "St. Albans Preschool & Kindergarten Photo")
Daycare / Preschool
3738 N Old Sabino Canyon Rd
Tucson, AZ 85750
(520) 296-2043
Tucson, AZ 85750
(520) 296-2043
2.3 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 79 students Avg. class size: 16 students
602 N Wilmot Rd
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 722-8478
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 722-8478
2.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 277 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
W V Whitmore Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5330 E Glenn St
Tucson, AZ 85712
(520) 232-8000
Tucson, AZ 85712
(520) 232-8000
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 362 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Adventure School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5757 E Pima St
Tucson, AZ 85718
(520) 296-0656
Tucson, AZ 85718
(520) 296-0656
1.1 miles
Gr: K-8 | 141 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Basis Tucson North
Charter School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5740 E River Rd
Tucson, AZ 85750
(520) 207-0076
Tucson, AZ 85750
(520) 207-0076
1.1 miles
Gr: 5-12 | 753 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Ida Flood Dodge Traditional Middle Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5831 E Pima St
Tucson, AZ 85712
(520) 731-4100
Tucson, AZ 85712
(520) 731-4100
1.1 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 427 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
La Paloma Academy
Charter School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2050 N Wilmot Rd
Tucson, AZ 85712
(520) 721-4205
Tucson, AZ 85712
(520) 721-4205
1.3 miles
Gr: K-8 | 632 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
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