TIA East

Tucson International Academy Inc. (79979)

Charter School 87 Students

Other K - 12th

School Overview

TIA East (Tucson International Academy) is a tuition-free public charter school located on North Pantano Road in Tucson, Arizona. Serving students in grades K–12, the school is known for its commitment to small class sizes and a personalized approach to education. By fostering a close-knit, supportive environment, TIA East aims to ensure that every student receives individualized attention, allowing them to progress at their own pace and master academic subjects effectively.

The school emphasizes a "back-to-basics" curriculum designed to build a strong foundation in core subjects while preparing students for college and future career success. Beyond academics, TIA East places a significant focus on building character, promoting discipline, and creating a safe, inclusive atmosphere. With a mission to provide high-quality educational opportunities regardless of a student's background, TIA East serves as a dedicated resource for families in the Tucson community looking for a structured and nurturing alternative to traditional district schools.

Total Students

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Full-Time Teachers

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Student/Teacher Ratio

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Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for TIA East
Demographic	Student Count
White	13
Hispanic	57
Black	6
Asian	2
Two or More	3
American Indian	6

Hispanic
57 (65.5 %)
White
13 (14.9 %)
Black
6 (6.9 %)
American Indian
6 (6.9 %)
Two or More
3 (3.4 %)
Asian
2 (2.3 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Other
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Charter School
Virtual Instruction:	N/A
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Tucson International Academy Inc. (79979)
Phone:	(520)792-3255
Grade Range:	K - 12th
Total Students:	87
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	N/A
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	N/A
NSLP Participation:¹	N/A
Qualified Free Lunch:	N/A
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	N/A

* 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 7

Grade 1 5

Grade 2 6

Grade 3 5

Grade 4 6

Grade 5 4

Grade 6 8

Grade 7 6

Grade 8 15

Grade 9 6

Grade 10 12