La Paloma Academy (Lakeside) vs Leading Edge Academy Maricopa
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Arizona, United States, 147 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
La Paloma Academy (Lakeside)
Tucson · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
855 students
Leading Edge Academy Maricopa
Maricopa · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
872 students
| Measure | La Paloma Academy (Lakeside) Tucson, Arizona | Leading Edge Academy Maricopa Maricopa, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #673 of 1,136 | #444 of 1,136 |
| National rank | #37358 of 50,301 | #25575 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 855 | 872 |
| Enrollment | 855 | 872 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 26.7 | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 45% | 51% |
| city | Tucson | Maricopa |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Leading Edge Academy Maricopa scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.4 vs 31.8).
- •Leading Edge Academy Maricopa does better on math proficiency (51% vs 45%).
- •Leading Edge Academy Maricopa does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 40%).
- •Leading Edge Academy Maricopa does better on students per teacher (15.9 vs 26.7).
- •Leading Edge Academy Maricopa is the larger school with 872 students compared with 855.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is La Paloma Academy (Lakeside) better than Leading Edge Academy Maricopa?
On the Success Index (US), Leading Edge Academy Maricopa ranks higher (49.4 vs 31.8 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are La Paloma Academy (Lakeside) and Leading Edge Academy Maricopa?
About 147 km in a straight line, between Tucson and Maricopa in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
La Paloma Academy (Lakeside): 855. Leading Edge Academy Maricopa: 872. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do La Paloma Academy (Lakeside) and Leading Edge Academy Maricopa rank in Arizona?
La Paloma Academy (Lakeside) is 673rd of 1,136 and Leading Edge Academy Maricopa is 444th of 1,136 among elementary schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).