Serving 740 students in grades Kindergarten-8, La Paloma Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 39%).
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 740 students
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
La Paloma Academy's student population of 740 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
740 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
La Paloma Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Paloma Academy is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1099 out of 1854 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
60%
47%
Black
11%
6%
White
24%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Paloma Academy's ranking?
La Paloma Academy is ranked #1099 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are La Paloma Academy often compared to?
La Paloma Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty Traditional Charter School - Saddleback, Leman Of Excellence by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend La Paloma Academy?
740 students attend La Paloma Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of La Paloma Academy students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does La Paloma Academy offer ?
La Paloma Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is La Paloma Academy part of?
La Paloma Academy is part of Arizona Community Development Corporation (79947) School District.
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