Academy of Mathematics and Science Inc. (79961)

District Overview
Located on West Prince Road in Tucson, Arizona, the Academy of Mathematics and Science Inc. operates as an active, independent public charter district tailored to its vibrant, large-city community. Operating through a single dedicated campus, the district holds authorization to serve learners from kindergarten through 12th grade, with a current concentration of 580 enrolled students across the kindergarten through 8th-grade levels. The student body reflects the diverse cultural fabric of the Tucson metropolitan area, comprising 313 female and 267 male students, predominantly represented by Hispanic learners alongside White, Black, American Indian, Asian, and Pacific Islander students.

Academic success within the district is underpinned by an exceptional staffing structure designed to maximize individualized attention. The district maintains a robust team of over 112 full-time equivalent staff members, featuring approximately 76 dedicated classroom teachers, seven instructional aides, and 29 support staff members. This generous educator context creates an enviable student-to-teacher ratio of under eight to one, ensuring that students receive tailored guidance and mentorship throughout their foundational academic years. For families seeking a close-knit learning community and researchers analyzing urban charter models in Southern Arizona, the Academy of Mathematics and Science offers a compelling example of strong educator investment and focused primary education.
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Total Schools
580
Total Students
76.0
Full-Time Teachers
7.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Academy of Mathematics and Science Inc. (79961)
Demographic Student Count
White53
Hispanic478
Black33
Asian3
American Indian10
Pacific Islander3
  • Hispanic
    478 (82.4%)
  • White
    53 (9.1%)
  • Black
    33 (5.7%)
  • American Indian
    10 (1.7%)
  • Asian
    3 (0.5%)
  • Pacific Islander
    3 (0.5%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Academy of Mathematics and Science Inc. (79961)
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary0
Middle0
High0
Other2
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District Details
Status:Open
District type:Independent charter district
Charter:2 Charter Schools
Number of schools:1
Students:580*
Teachers (FTE):76.0*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:7.6
Schools in Academy of Mathematics and Science Inc. (79961)
Found 2 Schools