Serving 712 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Leman Academy Of Excellence - Central Tucson ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 712 students
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Leman Academy Of Excellence - Central Tucson's student population of 712 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
712 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
Leman Academy Of Excellence - Central Tucson ranks within the top 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leman Academy Of Excellence - Central Tucson is 0.60, 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
#748 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
51%
48%
Black
4%
6%
White
37%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
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 Leman Academy Of Excellence - Central Tucson's ranking?
Leman Academy Of Excellence - Central Tucson is ranked #748 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Leman Academy Of Excellence - Central Tucson?
712 students attend Leman Academy Of Excellence - Central Tucson.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Leman Academy Of Excellence - Central Tucson students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Leman Academy Of Excellence - Central Tucson offer ?
Leman Academy Of Excellence - Central Tucson offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Leman Academy Of Excellence - Central Tucson part of?
Leman Academy Of Excellence - Central Tucson is part of Leman Academy Of Excellence Inc. (92730) School District.
In what neighborhood is Leman Academy Of Excellence - Central Tucson located?
Leman Academy Of Excellence - Central Tucson is located in the Catalina Heights neighborhood of Tucson, AZ.
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