At a glance
Reported students
833
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
39
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
21.4:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
KG–08
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Arizona elementary enrollment
91st percentile
Compared with 1,189 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
833
The Grande Innovation: 833 reported students.
State peer staffing position
89th percentile
21.4:1 reported; state peer median 16.3:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 782
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Student–teacher ratio
- 20.1:1
What the reported data says about The Grande Innovation
The Grande Innovation is a public elementary school serving grades KG–08 in Casa Grande. It is one of 1 current school records connected to The Grande Innovation Academy (92978). NCES reports 833 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,189 elementary schools in Arizona with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 453 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 91st percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 21.4:1, above the Arizona median of 16.3:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (69.7%) and White (22.1%). English learners represent 6.3% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 5.6%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking The Grande Innovation
- 1How do the reported 21.4:1 student–teacher ratio and 39 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 6.3%
- Students with disabilities
- 5.6%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White22.1%
- Hispanic69.7%
- Black2%
- Asian0.5%
- American Indian / Alaska Native1.1%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.2%
- Multiracial4.3%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Public schools near The Grande Innovation
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mesquite Elementary School Elementary · Casa Grande Elementary District (4446) | PK–08 | 439 | 0.7 mi |
| Ironwood School Elementary · Casa Grande Elementary District (4446) | PK–08 | 481 | 0.7 mi |
| Center for Online and Innovative Learning Elementary · Casa Grande Elementary District (4446) | PK–08 | 332 | 0.9 mi |
| CGESD Online Learning Academy Elementary · Casa Grande Elementary District (4446) | KG–08 | 0 | 0.9 mi |
| Palo Verde School Elementary · Casa Grande Elementary District (4446) | PK–08 | 548 | 1.4 mi |
| Legacy Traditional School - Casa Grande Elementary · Charter · Legacy Traditional School - Casa Grande (92199) | KG–08 | 1,486 | 1.4 mi |
Frequently asked questions about The Grande Innovation
What grades does The Grande Innovation serve?
The Grande Innovation reports grades KG–08 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in The Grande Innovation Academy (92978).
How many students attend The Grande Innovation?
The Grande Innovation reported 833 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 91st percentile among 1,189 Arizona elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 782 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at The Grande Innovation?
The calculated ratio is 21.4:1, based on 833 students and 39 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Arizona median for the same school level is 16.3:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is The Grande Innovation a public, charter, or magnet school?
The Grande Innovation is a public school operating as a charter school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
Which school district is The Grande Innovation in?
The Grande Innovation is part of The Grande Innovation Academy (92978), based in Casa Grande, AZ, which operates 1 current school. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near The Grande Innovation?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Mesquite Elementary School (0.7 mi), Ironwood School (0.7 mi), Center for Online and Innovative Learning (0.9 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.