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Leman Academy of Excellence - Central Tucson

Elementary School · Leman Academy of Excellence Inc. (92730)

6101 E GRANT RD STE 101, Tucson, AZ 85712

Charter

Enrollment

712

Score

5.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,451 of 2,006

In Tucson

#175 of 257

public schools

In district

#6 of 7

Leman Academy of Excellence Inc. (92730)

Academic performance

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Leman Academy of Excellence - Central Tucson

5.1/10

Elementary School in Tucson · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Ida Flood Dodge Traditional Middle Magnet School

6.2/10

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5.7/10

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About Leman Academy of Excellence - Central Tucson

Leman Academy of Excellence - Central Tucson is a public elementary school in Tucson, AZ, part of Leman Academy of Excellence Inc. (92730). Leman Academy of Excellence - Central Tucson serves approximately 712 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th. Leman Academy of Excellence - Central Tucson has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,451 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Leman Academy of Excellence - Central Tucson show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).

How it compares1.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Leman Academy of Excellence - Central Tucson is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

36% of students at Leman Academy of Excellence - Central Tucson were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.5Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-3.82 pts/yr
Data Period2020–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.7Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency40% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+6.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile66th
Resources & Environment2.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Per-Pupil Spending$7,305
Chronic Absenteeism36.4%

Leman Academy of Excellence - Central Tucson — Students at Leman Academy of Excellence - Central Tucson score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 40.0% (multi-year average, 2020-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 49.3% (multi-year average, 2020-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2020*
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
36%
ELA
44%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.5/10.

How Leman Academy of Excellence - Central Tucson Compares

See how Leman Academy of Excellence - Central Tucson performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.1/10
28th percentile in AZ
Academic
7.7/10
Very Good
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
2.8/10
Needs Improvement

Location

6101 E GRANT RD STE 101, Tucson, AZ 85712

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Leman Academy of Excellence - Central Tucson may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Desert Sky Community School (rated 8.1/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Annie Kellond Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST MICHAEL'S PARISH DAY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Ida Flood Dodge Traditional Middle Magnet School Tucson 0.4 mi 6.2
La Paloma Academy Tucson 0.5 mi 5.7
Adventure School Tucson 0.5 mi 3.9
ST MICHAEL'S PARISH DAY SCHOOL Tucson 1.0 mi 7.9
W Arthur Sewel Elementary School Tucson 1.2 mi 6.9
Hudlow Elementary School Tucson 1.4 mi 4.7
W V Whitmore Elementary School Tucson 1.5 mi 4.5
Mary Meredith K-12 School Tucson 1.5 mi
AUTISM ACADEMY FOR EDUCATION & DEVELOPMENT Tucson 1.8 mi 7.3
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Tucson 1.8 mi
Desert Sky Community School Tucson 1.6 mi 8.1
Sky Islands Tucson 1.9 mi 7.3
THE GREGORY SCHOOL Tucson 1.9 mi 7.6
CASTLEHILL COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Tucson 1.9 mi 6.7
DESERT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Tucson 1.8 mi 7.2
Annie Kellond Elementary School Tucson 2.0 mi 8.0
BASIS Tucson North Tucson 2.2 mi 8.4
Online School of Arizona Scottsdale 2.1 mi 5.1
PCJTED - Rincon High School Tucson 2.0 mi
University High School Tucson 2.0 mi 9.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85712 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$48,185

Median Home Value

$250,400

Median Rent

$947/mo

Population

31,964

College Educated

37.2%

Homeownership

40.8%

Avg Commute

21.1 min

Poverty Rate

15.6%

Median Age

43.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Leman Academy of Excellence - Central Tucson

What grades does Leman Academy of Excellence - Central Tucson serve?

Leman Academy of Excellence - Central Tucson serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Leman Academy of Excellence - Central Tucson?

Leman Academy of Excellence - Central Tucson has an enrollment of approximately 712 students.

How does Leman Academy of Excellence - Central Tucson rank in AZ?

Leman Academy of Excellence - Central Tucson ranks #1,451 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Leman Academy of Excellence - Central Tucson's MySchoolScout rating?

Leman Academy of Excellence - Central Tucson has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Leman Academy of Excellence - Central Tucson?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Leman Academy of Excellence - Central Tucson has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).

Is Leman Academy of Excellence - Central Tucson a charter school?

Yes, Leman Academy of Excellence - Central Tucson is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Leman Academy of Excellence - Central Tucson a Title I school?

No, Leman Academy of Excellence - Central Tucson is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
70 Very Walkable
Transit Score
42 Some Transit
Bike Score
83 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
712
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Pima County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
36.4%

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