LA CIMA MIDDLE SCHOOL

La Cima Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Amphitheater Unified District (4406) school district, located in Tucson, AZ with about 481 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. 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 27 teachers, La Cima Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

La Cima Middle School, located in the foothills of Tucson, Arizona, is a prominent part of the Amphitheater Public School District. Serving students in grades 6 through 8, the school is known for its commitment to academic excellence and its focus on fostering a supportive, student-centered learning environment. The campus emphasizes a well-rounded education, balancing rigorous core curricula with a variety of elective programs designed to help students explore their interests and prepare for the transition to high school.

Beyond its academic offerings, La Cima places a strong emphasis on community and character development. The school utilizes a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and clubs to encourage student engagement and leadership. By maintaining close communication with families and fostering an inclusive school culture, La Cima aims to provide a stable and enriching atmosphere where young adolescents can develop the social and academic skills necessary for long-term success.

For more information, contact La Cima Middle School at (520) 696-5000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

5600 N. La Canada
Tucson, AZ 85704
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LA CIMA MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Tucson, AZ with about 481 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Arizona

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
481
Teachers:
27.24
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
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 481 students

Hispanic/Latino
69.0%
White
18.9%
Black or African American
4.4%
Asian
3.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
2.3%
Two or more races
1.5%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.4%

Female
47.8%
Male
52.2%

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.