SONORAN SCIENCE ACADEMY - TUCSON

Sonoran Science Academy - Tucson is a public charter school that is part of the Daisy Education Corporation dba Sonoran Science Ac (79049) school district, located in Tucson, AZ with about 664 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below.

Sonoran Science Academy – Tucson (SSA Tucson) is a tuition-free, public charter school serving students in grades K-12. Located in the northwest area of Tucson, Arizona, the school is part of the larger Sonoran Schools network and is well-regarded for its rigorous academic environment that places a heavy emphasis on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education. The curriculum is designed to prepare students for success in higher education, often incorporating advanced coursework and a focus on critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Beyond its academic focus, SSA Tucson is known for its diverse, tightly-knit community and a culture that values character development and extracurricular involvement. The school typically offers a variety of clubs, competitive athletic programs, and academic teams—such as robotics and math competitions—to provide students with a well-rounded educational experience. By maintaining smaller class sizes and a structured support system, the academy aims to foster a personalized learning environment where students are encouraged to excel both inside and outside the classroom.

For more information, contact Sonoran Science Academy - Tucson at (520) 665-3400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2325 W. Sunset Rd.
Tucson, AZ 85741
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SONORAN SCIENCE ACADEMY - TUCSON is a public Charter school in Tucson, AZ with about 664 enrolled students. See other public other schools in Arizona

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Other
Charter School:*
Yes
Arizona State Board for Charter Schools
Total Students:
664
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
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th 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 664 students

White
39.8%
Hispanic/Latino
33.1%
Asian
12.3%
Black or African American
7.4%
Two or more races
6.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.9%

Female
47.3%
Male
52.7%

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.