For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 1,322 students in 85730, AZ.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 85730, AZ are Sonoran Science Academy East and La Paloma Academy (Lakeside). Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 85730 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Arizona public charter school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 47% statewide average). Charter schools in 85730, AZ have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public charter school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85730, AZ Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sonoran Science Academy East
Charter School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7450 E Stella Rd
Tucson, AZ 85730
(520) 751-2401
Tucson, AZ 85730
(520) 751-2401
Gr: K-8 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #22.
La Paloma Academy (Lakeside)
Charter School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8140 E Golf Links Rd
Tucson, AZ 85730
(520) 733-7373
Tucson, AZ 85730
(520) 733-7373
Gr: K-8 | 855 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 85730, AZ?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 85730, AZ include Sonoran Science Academy East and La Paloma Academy (Lakeside).
How many public charter schools are located in 85730?
2 public charter schools are located in 85730.
What is the racial composition of students in 85730?
85730 public charter schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public charter schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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