International School Of Tucson (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked AZ School
School Type: Special Program Emphasis
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
Enrollment: 284 students
Average class size: 16 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

International School Of Tucson ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for:

School Facts

School Type

School with Special Program Emphasis

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	International School Of Tucson
Nursery	40
Pre-K	50
Kind	48
1	44
2	22
3	27
4	14
5	15
6	8
7	8
8	8

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Year Founded

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

284 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

47%

State avg.: 39%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

34 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

8:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

25%

Average Class Size

16 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Uniform

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
State or regional independent school association

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Tuition Notes

Please see our website for tuition rates as they vary from Nursery through Middle School

Summer Program Cost Notes

Dependent on the number of days taken

% on Financial Aid

55%

Admissions Director

Dawn Bryce

Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered

2 sports

Sports

DanceSoccer

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

7 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Art ClubChess Club

Lego ClubMath Club

Science Club

Arts and Music Programs:

Choir and media clubmusic lessons

School Notes

IST is dedicated to developing globally minded, internationally confident students through the delivery of a unique education in immersive language learning, cultural understanding, leadership and character development.
Immersive language learning in four languages is supported by the Cambridge International Curriculum recognised worldwide as the International Gold standard.

The International School of Tucson is a leading International School committed to offering the Tucson community an unequaled world class international education. We believe that we are the only school in the United States that offer an immersion language program in four languages combined with one of the worlds best curriculum. Our unique curriculum offers a full language immersion in Spanish, Chinese, French and German in the Preschool and a dual immersion in Spanish, Chinese, French and German in the Junior School. We are a non-profit making, non-selective, co-educational school that provides a comprehensive and well-balanced education to children of wide ranging abilities. We emphasize learning-to-learn skills, citizenship and preparation for a successful life in an inter-cultural world. We provide a stimulating, challenging yet supportive environment for a student body of over 20 nationalities.
A good education is the best legacy you can leave your child and IST understands that with the world becoming a global village, education should enhance a child`s ability to excel anywhere in the world. With this in mind, we strive to educate young people to become leaders who will be at the forefront of the rapid economic and social development sweeping through the world. The demands of living and working in a global economic community necessitates adaptable and flexible young people with the skill-set, knowledge and character to contribute and shape the future and meet the many challenges that lie ahead.
International School of Tucson has, therefore, developed a curriculum that is full of experiences, activities and opportunities which will nurture young people who are well-rounded and capable young men and women. All students will be entitled to receive high quality international education that not only caters for their diverse intellectual needs, but also guarantees that their physical, emotional, social and health needs are met.
Every graduate of our school is a bilingual, bi-literate global citizen and is well placed for future educational progression anywhere in the world.
We look forward to welcoming you to our school to show you how we strive to open the world to our students.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does International School Of Tucson offer?

International School Of Tucson offers 2 interscholastic sports: Dance and Soccer.

What is International School Of Tucson's ranking?

International School Of Tucson ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for: Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for International School Of Tucson?

The application deadline for International School Of Tucson is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is International School Of Tucson located?

International School Of Tucson is located in the Jefferson Park neighborhood of Tucson, AZ.

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (4 reviews)

5 3/3/2020

A great school! Definitely go above and beyond for my girls! Different activities to keep the kids engaged!

- Posted by Parent - Shonda

5 12/27/2018

I have had my children in the school for five and a half years. They have gone through the infant program all the way to second grade (currently). We couldn't be happier with the school. Academics are excellent, language immersion is superb, and the teachers and staff are exceptional. Small classes and multiple after school activities in addition to art, music, and physical education programs contribute to our children's educational experience being very well rounded. Aside from the amazing amazing community as a whole, one of my favorite aspects of IST is the love of learning that is promoted throughout every class at every age. It is a wonderful school and I highly recommend it.

- Posted by Parent - Spanish Program Parent

5 10/7/2018

I have recently started two sons at this school in Grade 2, one in French and the other in Spanish. The tuition is excellent from native speakers and already my sons are conversing in basic language. Many of their class (of 12) are bilingual having been in immersion since preschool. The curriculum is very strong and taught by experienced international teachers. After school clubs are awesome. Overall this is an outstanding school built on language, fun and academics.

- Posted by Parent - Julie Brown

5 10/7/2018

My two children have been in the school since kindergarten and have progressed superbly well. Both have progressed incredibly well and have become bilingual. They are both on course for early graduation. Thanks IST

- Posted by Parent - Cynnamon

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The average private school tuition in Tucson, AZ is $11,006 for elementary schools and $17,554 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Tucson, AZ is 90% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).