Leman Academy of Excellence

Leman Academy of Excellence serves 1,144 students in kindergarten through eighth grade as a charter school in Tucson's northwest corridor. This elementary school has earned recognition as one of Arizona's stronger academic performers, ranking 403rd out of 2,029 schools statewide and placing in the 80th percentile with a solid 7.2 out of 10 rating. The school demonstrates particularly strong academic outcomes, with 67% of students achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts and 58% meeting proficiency standards in mathematics.

These results reflect the school's commitment to academic excellence across its K-8 program, earning an impressive 9.0 out of 10 academic score. Leman Academy draws families from the surrounding 85743 zip code area, where the median household income of $86,584 and median home value of $293,100 reflect a stable, middle-to-upper-middle-class community. With 39% of local residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher and a relatively low poverty rate of 9.6%, the school serves a well-educated population of approximately 30,626 residents.

The academy operates in Tucson's large suburban setting along North Silverbell Road, providing families with a charter school option that emphasizes academic achievement in a growing area of Pima County.

Leman Academy of Excellence is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.