LA PALOMA ACADEMY

La Paloma Academy is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Arizona Community Development Corporation (79947) school district, located in Tucson, AZ with about 733 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education.

La Paloma Academy, located on North Wilmot Road in Tucson, Arizona, is a tuition-free public charter school serving students in kindergarten through eighth grade. The school is known for its "Back to Basics" educational philosophy, which emphasizes core academic subjects, character development, and a structured classroom environment. By prioritizing foundational skills in reading, writing, and mathematics, the academy aims to provide a rigorous academic experience that prepares students for success in high school and beyond.

Beyond its core curriculum, La Paloma Academy distinguishes itself through a strong focus on extracurricular activities and community involvement. The school offers a variety of sports programs, after-school clubs, and enrichment opportunities designed to foster well-rounded personal growth. With a mission rooted in parental involvement and a commitment to safe, values-based learning, the academy strives to create a supportive partnership between educators, students, and families to help every child reach their full potential.

For more information, contact La Paloma Academy at (520) 721-4205 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2050 N. Wilmot Road
Tucson, AZ 85712
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LA PALOMA ACADEMY is a public Title I Charter school in Tucson, AZ with about 733 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Arizona

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
Yes
Arizona State Board for Charter Schools
Total Students:
733
Teachers:
0
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 733 students

Hispanic/Latino
59.5%
White
28.5%
Black or African American
6.1%
Two or more races
4.0%
Asian
1.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.4%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.4%

Female
48.3%
Male
51.7%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.