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Richard B Wilson Jr School

2330 W Glover Rd
Tucson, AZ 85742
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
10
Top 20%
Richard B Wilson Jr School in Tucson, AZ serves 788 students from prekindergarten through 8th grade with a student–teacher ratio of 15:1, which is approximately equal to Amphitheater Unified District's ratio of 16:1.
Math proficiency is 52%, which is higher than the state average of 34% and the district average of 37%, though it has declined from a high of 81% in 2012.
Reading proficiency stands at 60%, higher than the Arizona state average of 40% and the district average of 44%, but has decreased significantly from over 90% in the early 2010s.
Science proficiency is 38%, higher than the state average of 24% and district average of 27%, maintaining a top 30% ranking statewide.
Enrollment decreased from over 1,350 students in 2017–2018 to 788 currently, with minority enrollment at 37% reflecting a diverse student body including 224 Hispanic and 27 students of two or more races.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 788 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 37%
  • : Top 20% in AZ
  • : 52% (Top 20%)
  • : 60% (Top 20%)
  • : 38% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class="so-dt-title" id="top-rankings">Top Rankings

Richard B Wilson Jr School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:

Category
Attribute
<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id="overview">School Overview
Richard B Wilson Jr School's student population of 788 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
788 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Year Founded
1996
<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id="school-rankings">School Rankings
Richard B Wilson Jr School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richard B Wilson Jr School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (AZ)
#290 out of 1921 schools
(Top 20%)
52%
34%
60%
40%
38%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
28%
48%
Black
2%
6%
White
63%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.53
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
9%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richard B Wilson Jr School's ranking?
Richard B Wilson Jr School is ranked #290 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Richard B Wilson Jr School often compared to?
Richard B Wilson Jr Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coronado K-8 School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Richard B Wilson Jr School?
788 students attend Richard B Wilson Jr School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Richard B Wilson Jr School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richard B Wilson Jr School?
Richard B Wilson Jr School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Richard B Wilson Jr School offer ?
Richard B Wilson Jr School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Richard B Wilson Jr School part of?
Richard B Wilson Jr School is part of Amphitheater Unified District (4406).

School Reviews
4   10/10/2025
i''ve been going for 6 years and I love this school!! everybody is really nice and all the staff are super friendly and help a lot with any struggles. go wranglers!!!
- Posted by Student/Alumni - norah :)

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 788 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 37%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 52% (Top 20%)
  • : 60% (Top 20%)
  • : 38% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

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