The Innovation Academy

825 W DESERT FAIRWAYS DR
ORO VALLEY, AZ 85755

www.amphi.com/innovationacademy

411 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

The Innovation Academy, located in Tucson, Arizona, is a specialized K-5 school operating within the Amphitheater Public Schools district. It distinguishes itself through an inquiry-based, hands-on instructional model that emphasizes project-based learning and interdisciplinary study. By focusing on critical thinking, collaboration, and real-world problem solving, the school aims to cultivate an environment where students act as active researchers and innovators rather than passive recipients of information.

The academy’s educational philosophy is deeply rooted in fostering curiosity and personalization, allowing students to explore their interests while meeting rigorous academic standards. Its curriculum is designed to integrate technology and creative exploration, often utilizing flexible learning spaces that encourage teamwork. As part of a larger district, the Innovation Academy provides a unique, specialized academic experience intended for families seeking an alternative, high-engagement approach to primary education.

411

Total Students

27.8

Full-Time Teachers

14.8

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for The Innovation Academy
Demographic	Student Count
White	262
Hispanic	113
Black	1
Asian	7
Two or More	25
American Indian	2
Pacific Islander	1

White
262 (63.7 %)
Hispanic
113 (27.5 %)
Two or More
25 (6.1 %)
Asian
7 (1.7 %)
American Indian
2 (0.5 %)
Black
1 (0.2 %)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.2 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Amphitheater Unified District (4406)
Phone:	(520)269-4610
Website:	http://www.amphi.com/innovationacademy
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	411
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	27.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.8
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	0
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 62

Grade 1 69

Grade 2 72

Grade 3 71

Grade 4 72

Grade 5 65