THE PAIDEIA ACADEMY OF SOUTH PHOENIX
The Paideia Academy of South Phoenix is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the The Paideia Academies Inc (91250) school district, located in Phoenix, AZ with about 592 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.
The Paideia Academy of South Phoenix is a tuition-free public charter school that serves students from kindergarten through eighth grade. Guided by the "Paideia philosophy," the school emphasizes a holistic approach to education that focuses on academic rigor, character development, and the cultivation of lifelong learners. By integrating a classical educational foundation with modern instructional practices, the academy strives to prepare students for success in high school and beyond while fostering a sense of civic responsibility.
Beyond its core academic curriculum, the South Phoenix campus places a strong emphasis on the "whole child," incorporating enrichment programs such as music, art, and physical education into the daily schedule. The school prides itself on maintaining a supportive, inclusive, and community-oriented environment, characterized by small class sizes and personalized attention. By bridging the gap between traditional intellectual pursuits and essential life skills, Paideia Academy aims to produce well-rounded individuals who are prepared to contribute positively to their local community.
For more information, contact The Paideia Academy of South Phoenix at (602) 343-3040 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 343-3040
THE PAIDEIA ACADEMY OF SOUTH PHOENIX is a public Title I Charter school in Phoenix, AZ with about 592 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Arizona
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
-
Yes
Arizona State Board for Charter Schools - District:
- The Paideia Academies Inc (91250)
- Total Students:
- 592
- 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
* 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.
School Demographics for 592 students
- Hispanic/Latino
- 68.4%
- Black or African American
- 20.4%
- White
- 7.3%
- Two or more races
- 2.5%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.5%
- Asian
- 0.5%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Female
- 50.3%
- Male
- 49.7%
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.