LAS AMERICAS ASPIRA ACADEMY

Las Americas ASPIRA Academy is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Las Americas Aspira Academy school district, located in Newark, DE with about 692 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 7th 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. With about 54 teachers, Las Americas ASPIRA Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Las Americas ASPIRA Academy (LAAA) is a tuition-free, K-12 public charter school located in Newark, Delaware. Founded on the core principles of the ASPIRA Association—which focuses on developing leadership through education and community service—the school is uniquely distinguished by its dual-language immersion program. By integrating both Spanish and English instruction, the academy aims to foster bilingualism and biliteracy, ensuring that students are well-prepared to thrive in an increasingly interconnected and globalized society.

Beyond its focus on language acquisition, LAAA is known for its culturally responsive curriculum and a strong emphasis on character development and community involvement. The school prides itself on maintaining a diverse, inclusive environment that encourages students to become active, responsible leaders. Through a combination of rigorous academic standards and a mission-driven approach to social responsibility, Las Americas ASPIRA Academy seeks to empower students to reach their full potential while honoring their cultural identities.

For more information, contact Las Americas ASPIRA Academy at (302) 292-1463 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

326 Ruthar Drive
Newark, DE 19711-8017
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LAS AMERICAS ASPIRA ACADEMY is a public Title I Charter school in Newark, DE with about 692 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Delaware

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
Yes
Delaware Department of Education
Total Students:
692
Teachers:
54.28
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

* 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 692 students

Hispanic/Latino
60.3%
White
24.0%
Black or African American
12.9%
Asian
1.6%
Two or more races
1.0%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%

Female
51.7%
Male
48.3%

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.