The Grande Innovation

The Grande Innovation Academy (92978)

950 N PEART RD
CASA GRANDE, AZ 85122

(520)381-2360

grandeinnovationacademy.com/

Charter School 833 Students

Elementary School K - 8th

School Overview

Grande Innovation Academy (GIA), located in Casa Grande, Arizona, is a tuition-free public charter school that serves students in grades K-8. The school emphasizes a holistic approach to education, focusing on academic rigor, character development, and the integration of technology to prepare students for a rapidly evolving world. By fostering a supportive and innovative environment, GIA aims to empower students to become critical thinkers and active participants in their learning journey.

Beyond core academics, Grande Innovation Academy distinguishes itself through a commitment to individualized instruction and enrichment opportunities. The school utilizes a personalized learning model designed to meet students where they are, ensuring that both those who need extra support and those seeking advanced challenges can thrive. With a culture centered on community and growth, GIA strives to bridge the gap between traditional educational foundations and the 21st-century skills necessary for future success.

833

Total Students

39.0

Full-Time Teachers

21.4

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for The Grande Innovation
Demographic	Student Count
White	184
Hispanic	581
Black	17
Asian	4
Two or More	36
American Indian	9
Pacific Islander	2

Hispanic
581 (69.7%)
White
184 (22.1%)
Two or More
36 (4.3%)
Black
17 (2.0%)
American Indian
9 (1.1%)
Asian
4 (0.5%)
Pacific Islander
2 (0.2%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Charter School
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	The Grande Innovation Academy (92978)
Phone:	(520)381-2360
Website:	http://grandeinnovationacademy.com/
Grade Range:	K - 8th
Total Students:	833
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	39.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	21.4
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	0
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 90

Grade 1 90

Grade 2 91

Grade 3 97

Grade 4 99

Grade 5 104

Grade 6 98

Grade 7 95

Grade 8 69