The Innovation Academy

The Innovation Academy is a regular public elementary school in Oro Valley, Arizona, serving 425 students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. At a student-teacher ratio of 14.7:1, class sizes stay manageable — small enough for teachers to deliver consistent, targeted attention across the early grades. The school earns a composite score of 9.0/10, rated Exceptional, built on a 9.8 academic score and an 8.8 growth score.

Both figures are rare at this level. The Innovation Academy ranks #29 out of 2,000 public schools in Arizona — outperforming 99% of schools statewide — and holds the #28 spot among Arizona's 1,216 elementary schools. Strong growth scores alongside near-perfect academics signal a school that moves students forward year over year, not just one that reflects favorable demographics.

Within Oro Valley, the standing is equally clear. The school ranks first among the seven public schools in the area — a position that reflects sustained results rather than geography alone. Families comparing local options will find a meaningful performance gap between The Innovation Academy and its peers, one the data supports at every level.