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#286 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 14% in state

Leman Academy of Excellence-oro Valley Arizona

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

6601 E GRANT RD STE 101, Tucson, AZ 85715

Charter

Enrollment

1,018

Score

8.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#286 of 2,006

In Tucson

#27 of 257

public schools

In district

#2 of 7

Leman Academy of Excellence Inc. (92730)

Academic performance

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Leman Academy of Excellence-oro Valley Arizona

8.2/10

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

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6.6/10

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9.7/10

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About Leman Academy of Excellence-oro Valley Arizona

Leman Academy of Excellence-oro Valley Arizona is a public elementary school in Tucson, AZ, part of Leman Academy of Excellence Inc. (92730). Leman Academy of Excellence-oro Valley Arizona serves approximately 1,018 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th. Leman Academy of Excellence-oro Valley Arizona has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #286 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Leman Academy of Excellence-oro Valley Arizona show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022).

How it compares1.4 pts above district
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.8
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Leman Academy of Excellence-oro Valley Arizona 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.

Leman Academy of Excellence-oro Valley Arizona sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data6
Annual Change-1.26 pts/yr
Data Period2017–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency66% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency64% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency65% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+31.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile93th
Resources & Environment4.0Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Per-Pupil Spending$7,305
Chronic Absenteeism23.4%

Leman Academy of Excellence-oro Valley Arizona — Students at Leman Academy of Excellence-oro Valley Arizona score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 66.3% (multi-year average, 2017-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 66.5% (multi-year average, 2017-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 12 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2017
Math
68%
ELA
63%
2018
Math
75%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
75%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
64%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
64%
2022
Math
66%
ELA
64%

* 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: 9.2/10.

How Leman Academy of Excellence-oro Valley Arizona Compares

See how Leman Academy of Excellence-oro Valley Arizona performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.2/10
86th percentile in AZ
Academic
9.5/10
Excellent
Growth
9.2/10
Excellent
Environment
4.0/10
Below Average

Location

6601 E GRANT RD STE 101, Tucson, AZ 85715

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Leman Academy of Excellence-oro Valley Arizona may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. The Innovation Academy (rated 9.7/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Oro Valley), which scores notably higher. Another option is Painted Sky Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Oro Valley), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BASIS Oro Valley Primary (rated 8.8/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Oro Valley), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Copper Creek Elementary School Tucson 0.9 mi 6.6
The Innovation Academy Oro Valley 1.3 mi 9.7
Richard B Wilson Jr School Oro Valley 1.5 mi 7.8
Painted Sky Elementary School Oro Valley 1.6 mi 9.0
Ironwood Ridge High School Oro Valley 2.0 mi 6.7
CASAS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Oro Valley 2.2 mi 6.3
RESURRECTION LUTHERAN CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Oro Valley 2.1 mi
BASIS Oro Valley Primary Oro Valley 3.2 mi 8.8
BASIS Oro Valley Oro Valley 3.2 mi 8.9
Canyon Del Oro High School Oro Valley 3.9 mi 7.8
PUSCH RIDGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY UPPER SCHOOL Tucson 4.0 mi 5.4
Ironwood Elementary School Tucson 4.2 mi 7.6
Mesa Verde Elementary School Tucson 4.9 mi 8.1
Mountain View High School Tucson 4.5 mi 6.7
PCJTED - Mountain View High School Tucson 4.6 mi
Pima County JTED - Mountain View Tucson 4.6 mi
ST ELIZABETH ANN SETON SCHOOL Tucson 4.9 mi 6.6
ASCENSION LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL Tucson 5.2 mi
ST MARKS EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Tucson 5.3 mi
MIS MANOS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Tucson 5.4 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85715 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$82,651

Median Home Value

$330,900

Median Rent

$1,368/mo

Population

19,526

College Educated

46.9%

Homeownership

70.9%

Avg Commute

24 min

Poverty Rate

7.6%

Median Age

47

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Leman Academy of Excellence-oro Valley Arizona

What grades does Leman Academy of Excellence-oro Valley Arizona serve?

Leman Academy of Excellence-oro Valley Arizona serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Leman Academy of Excellence-oro Valley Arizona?

Leman Academy of Excellence-oro Valley Arizona has an enrollment of approximately 1,018 students.

How does Leman Academy of Excellence-oro Valley Arizona rank in AZ?

Leman Academy of Excellence-oro Valley Arizona ranks #286 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Leman Academy of Excellence-oro Valley Arizona's MySchoolScout rating?

Leman Academy of Excellence-oro Valley Arizona has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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-oro Valley Arizona?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Leman Academy of Excellence-oro Valley Arizona has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022).

Is Leman Academy of Excellence-oro Valley Arizona a charter school?

Yes, Leman Academy of Excellence-oro Valley Arizona 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-oro Valley Arizona a Title I school?

No, Leman Academy of Excellence-oro Valley Arizona is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
1,018
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Pima County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.4%

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