The Innovation Academy

825 W DESERT FAIRWAYS DR
ORO VALLEY, AZ 85755

www.amphi.com/innovationacademy

415 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

The Innovation Academy, located in Tucson, Arizona, is a specialized K-5 school operating within the Amphitheater Public Schools district. It distinguishes itself through an inquiry-based, hands-on instructional model that emphasizes project-based learning and interdisciplinary study. By focusing on critical thinking, collaboration, and real-world problem solving, the school aims to cultivate an environment where students act as active researchers and innovators rather than passive recipients of information.

The academy’s educational philosophy is deeply rooted in fostering curiosity and personalization, allowing students to explore their interests while meeting rigorous academic standards. Its curriculum is designed to integrate technology and creative exploration, often utilizing flexible learning spaces that encourage teamwork. As part of a larger district, the Innovation Academy provides a unique, specialized academic experience intended for families seeking an alternative, high-engagement approach to primary education.

415

Total Students

27.8

Full-Time Teachers

14.9

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for The Innovation Academy
Demographic	Student Count
White	261
Hispanic	120
Asian	7
Two or More	26
American Indian	1

White
261 (62.9%)
Hispanic
120 (28.9%)
Two or More
26 (6.3%)
Asian
7 (1.7%)
American Indian
1 (0.2%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Amphitheater Unified District (4406)
Phone:	(520)269-4610
Website:	http://www.amphi.com/innovationacademy
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	415
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	27.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.9
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

Pre-Kindergarten 2

Kindergarten 67

Grade 1 72

Grade 2 67

Grade 3 66

Grade 4 77

Grade 5 64