Serving 866 students in grades Kindergarten-8, La Paloma Academy (Lakeside) 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 23% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 866 students
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
La Paloma Academy (Lakeside)'s student population of 866 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
866 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Calendar
School Rankings
La Paloma Academy (Lakeside) ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Paloma Academy (Lakeside) is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1278 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
56%
48%
Black
11%
6%
White
27%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Paloma Academy (Lakeside)'s ranking?
La Paloma Academy (Lakeside) is ranked #1278 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend La Paloma Academy (Lakeside)?
866 students attend La Paloma Academy (Lakeside).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of La Paloma Academy (Lakeside) students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does La Paloma Academy (Lakeside) offer ?
La Paloma Academy (Lakeside) offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is La Paloma Academy (Lakeside) part of?
La Paloma Academy (Lakeside) is part of Arizona Community Development Corporation (79947) School District.
In what neighborhood is La Paloma Academy (Lakeside) located?
La Paloma Academy (Lakeside) is located in the Lakeside Park neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 2 other public schools located in Lakeside Park.
School Reviews
2 4/4/2007
The three La Paloma Academy Charter Schools are the absolute WORST schools (charter or otherwise) in Arizona!! Their academic programs are ineffectual for most students and sub-standard; the vast majority of the administrative faculty members are not qualified to hold their positions; there are no cultural/artistic programs; the facilities are dangerous because of the open access to them; and the level of parental involvement is not very high. The few highly-qualified, concerned educators/faculty members were not appreciated, and they moved on. Ms. Janes has her family members and friends she can control on the payroll, at the expense of educational materials and qualified faculty. These schools should be thoroughly investigated and closed down! As a tax-payer, I resent my tax money being spent to line the pockets of the Janes family.
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