Serving 504 students in grades Kindergarten-8, La Paloma Academy-south 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 7% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 504 students
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
La Paloma Academy-south's student population of 504 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
504 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Calendar
School Rankings
La Paloma Academy-south ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Paloma Academy-south is 0.13, 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
#1920 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
93%
48%
Black
1%
6%
White
5%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Paloma Academy-south's ranking?
La Paloma Academy-south is ranked #1920 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are La Paloma Academy-south often compared to?
La Paloma Academy-southis often viewed alongside schools like Basis Oro Valley Primary, Marshall Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend La Paloma Academy-south?
504 students attend La Paloma Academy-south.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of La Paloma Academy-south students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does La Paloma Academy-south offer ?
La Paloma Academy-south offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is La Paloma Academy-south part of?
La Paloma Academy-south is part of Arizona Community Development Corporation (79947) School District.
In what neighborhood is La Paloma Academy-south located?
La Paloma Academy-south is located in the Sunnyside neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 9 other public schools located in Sunnyside.
School Reviews
1 3/30/2020
Terrible, my child didn't learn anything, teachers come and go. Why? Rated F school.
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