OCHOA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Ochoa Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Tucson Unified District (4403) school district, located in Tucson, AZ with about 185 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 14 teachers, Ochoa Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Ochoa Elementary School is a public school located in the South Tucson area, serving students within the Tucson Unified School District (TUSD). Situated on West 25th Street, the school is deeply embedded in its local community, acting as a neighborhood hub that prioritizes foundational education for students from preschool through the elementary grades. The school is known for its commitment to supporting a diverse student population, often providing targeted resources to address the specific academic and social-emotional needs of families in the surrounding Tucson area.

Beyond core academics, Ochoa Elementary focuses on creating a nurturing environment that emphasizes student growth and community engagement. The school typically offers various programs aimed at fostering bilingual literacy and cultural inclusion, reflecting the demographics of the South Tucson neighborhood. By maintaining a focus on school-wide initiatives and collaborative partnerships, Ochoa strives to provide a stable learning foundation that prepares its students for a successful transition to middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact Ochoa Elementary School at (520) 225-6060 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.