Math and Science Success Academy

Charter School 745 Students
Elementary School K - 8th
School Overview
The Math and Science Success Academy (MASSA), located on West Lerdo Road in Tucson, Arizona, is a public charter school that emphasizes a rigorous academic curriculum with a primary focus on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education. The school is designed to provide students with a foundational skillset in analytical thinking and problem-solving, aiming to prepare them for advanced academic pursuits and future careers in technical fields. By integrating specialized math and science instruction into their daily programming, the academy seeks to cultivate a learning environment where students can excel in high-demand disciplines.

Beyond its core focus on STEM, the academy functions as a community-centered institution serving the Tucson area. It is structured to provide an alternative educational path for local families looking for a specialized academic environment that prioritizes student performance and standardized achievement. Through its dedicated faculty and targeted instructional approach, the Math and Science Success Academy works to bridge the gap between traditional classroom learning and the practical application of scientific and mathematical concepts, striving to ensure its students are well-prepared for the transition to high school and beyond.
745
Total Students
39.0
Full-Time Teachers
19.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Math and Science Success Academy
Demographic Student Count
White21
Hispanic664
Black10
Asian6
American Indian43
Pacific Islander1
  • Hispanic
    664 (89.1%)
  • American Indian
    43 (5.8%)
  • White
    21 (2.8%)
  • Black
    10 (1.3%)
  • Asian
    6 (0.8%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1%)
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: Math and Science Success Academy Inc. (89852)
Phone: (520)889-1504
Grade Range: K - 8th
Total Students: 745
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 39.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 19.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 54
Grade 1 78
Grade 2 83
Grade 3 85
Grade 4 88
Grade 5 87
Grade 6 90
Grade 7 91
Grade 8 89

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Math and Science Success Academy
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten54
Grade 178
Grade 283
Grade 385
Grade 488
Grade 587
Grade 690
Grade 791
Grade 889
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Math and Science Success Academy
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female35848.1%
Male38751.9%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)