Serving 137 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Tucson International 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% 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-12
- Enrollment: 137 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tucson International Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Tucson International Academy's student population of 137 students has grown by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
137 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tucson International 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 Tucson International Academy is 0.50, 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
#1571 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
10%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
69%
49%
Black
7%
6%
White
11%
33%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)≥50%
78%
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)16.1%
46.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tucson International Academy's ranking?
Tucson International Academy is ranked #1571 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tucson International Academy?
The graduation rate of Tucson International Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 78%.
How many students attend Tucson International Academy?
137 students attend Tucson International Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Tucson International Academy students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 10% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tucson International Academy?
Tucson International Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tucson International Academy offer ?
Tucson International Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tucson International Academy part of?
Tucson International Academy is part of Tucson International Academy Inc. (79979) School District.
In what neighborhood is Tucson International Academy located?
Tucson International Academy is located in the Haven Ridge neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Haven Ridge.
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