Serving 632 students in grades Kindergarten-8, La Paloma Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 632 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
La Paloma Academy's student population of 632 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
632 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
School Rankings
La Paloma Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Paloma Academy is 0.55, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1344 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
63%
49%
Black
13%
6%
White
19%
33%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Paloma Academy's ranking?
La Paloma Academy is ranked #1344 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are La Paloma Academy often compared to?
La Paloma Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty Traditional Charter School - Saddleback, Leman Academy Of Excellence by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend La Paloma Academy?
632 students attend La Paloma Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of La Paloma Academy students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of La Paloma Academy?
La Paloma Academy has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does La Paloma Academy offer ?
La Paloma Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is La Paloma Academy part of?
La Paloma Academy is part of Arizona Community Development Corporation (79947) School District.
In what neighborhood is La Paloma Academy located?
La Paloma Academy is located in the La Paloma Academy neighborhood of Tucson, AZ.
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