Where Every Child
Rises to Their Potential
Academy Del Sol is Tucson’s tuition-free K-8 Fine Arts charter school — two campuses, rigorous academics, and an unwavering commitment to every student. Now enrolling for 2026-27.
- K-8
- Grades Served
- 2
- Tucson Campuses
- 15+
- Years in Tucson
A Tucson Charter School Built on Equity, Rigor & the Arts
Academy Del Sol is a tuition-free public charter school in Tucson with a unique identity: we fuse a rigorous college-preparatory curriculum with Fine Arts integration across all grade levels — at no cost to families.
- Academic Excellence
A rigorous K-8 curriculum built on reading, writing, mathematics, science, and humanities — preparing every Tucson student to compete and succeed.
- Fine Arts Integration
Visual arts, music, theater, and creative expression woven into the fabric of every school day — developing the whole child, not just the student.
- Equity for Every Child
Every student — regardless of socioeconomic status, race, or ethnicity — deserves world-class education. That is our founding promise.
- Rooted in Tucson
Two campuses in West Tucson and Central Tucson. Two communities. One family united by shared values, high expectations, and deep pride in who we are.
Tucson’s Fine Arts Charter School
At Academy Del Sol, Fine Arts are not electives — they are essential. Music, visual arts, theater, and movement are woven into every student’s day, every grade, at both campuses.
Music
Vocal and instrumental music integrated across grade levels, building discipline, pattern recognition, and joy.
Visual Arts
Drawing, painting, sculpture, and digital art develop creativity, fine motor skills, and visual thinking in every student.
Theater & Drama
Performance and storytelling build confidence, public speaking, and empathy — skills that last a lifetime.
Movement & Dance
Creative movement programs that develop coordination, cultural awareness, and self-expression from the youngest learners.
Two Tucson Campuses, One Vision
🔥 FirebirdsHome of the Firebirds
Serving the Star Valley community in West Tucson with exceptional K-8 Fine Arts education. Home of the Firebirds — where passion for learning and school pride ignite every day at 7102 W. Valley Crest Pl.
🏃 RoadrunnersHome of the Roadrunners
A vibrant, diverse community in the heart of Central Tucson near Roger Road. Home of the Roadrunners — always moving forward with purpose, creativity, and resilience at 732 W. Roger Rd.
Education That Prepares Tucson Students for the Real World
Academy Del Sol’s mission is to provide a rigorous and superior academic, social, and behavioral education for dedicated and committed students, regardless of socioeconomic status, race, or ethnicity. This education will instill students with the “essentials of academic knowledge” — including reading, writing, mathematics, science, social science, and humanities — in order to compete and be productive members of society.
Academic Rigor
Core academics taught at the highest level from kindergarten through 8th grade, preparing students for high school and beyond.
Fine Arts Identity
The arts are not an add-on — they are woven into who we are, building creative thinkers and confident performers every day.
Every Child, Every Day
Every student is seen, heard, and supported. High expectations paired with deep care — that’s the ADS way.
Tucson Families Love Academy Del Sol
As a parent, I couldn’t be happier with this school. Mr. Murray is a wonderful principal who truly cares about the students, and his staff are amazing, supportive, dedicated, and always engaged. They also offer a lot of events for students, which really helps build a fun and connected school community. I’m so happy to have two students here!
We have been with ADS since 2021-2022 after a less than satisfactory experience with a local public school. The teachers and staff are dedicated, supportive, and truly focused on helping students grow. They took my son’s IEP seriously and were able to get him the early intervention he needed. We are very grateful to be a part of this school.
We’ve been part of Academy Del Sol for 6 years now and I can tell the school has been improving drastically! We are so happy with all the positive changes that have been happening, happy with the teachers, the staff and the environment.
When we first moved to Star Valley in 2018, we didn’t know much about the schools in the area. By 2020, it was a no-brainer to enroll her at Academy Del Sol. The teachers and administration consistently go above and beyond. We appreciate the balance between strong academics and engaging after-school activities our kids genuinely enjoy.
Academy Del Sol is a great school with an even greater staff; all four of my children have thrived in its supportive and engaging environment, where they are encouraged to succeed. The teachers are dedicated and truly care about each child’s growth, making it a place where both students and parents feel welcomed and valued.
Learning pace is great, extra activities like sports and music are good, staff is involved and very helpful.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes — completely. Academy Del Sol is a public charter school. There is no tuition and no application fee to enroll. Every student and every family in Tucson is welcome, regardless of zip code or income level.
Academy Del Sol serves students from Kindergarten through 8th grade at both the Star Valley Campus (West Tucson, 85757) and the Roger Road Campus (Central Tucson, 85705).
At Academy Del Sol, Fine Arts are not electives — they are essential. Music, visual arts, theater, and movement are integrated into every student’s school day, every grade, at both campuses.
Application is free and takes about 10 minutes online through PowerSchool. Click any “Apply Now” button on this page, or call your preferred campus — Star Valley at (520) 789-7731 or Roger Road at (520) 325-2800.
Both campuses serve K-8 and share the same mission, curriculum, and Fine Arts identity. Star Valley is in West Tucson at 7102 W. Valley Crest Pl. (85757) and is Home of the Firebirds. Roger Road is in Central Tucson at 732 W. Roger Rd. (85705) and is Home of the Roadrunners.
Yes. Academy Del Sol offers aftercare for enrolled families until 6:00 PM. Contact your campus directly — Star Valley: (520) 789-7731, Roger Road: (520) 325-2800.
¡Inscripciones Abiertas en Academy Del Sol!
Academy Del Sol es una escuela charter K-8 sin costo de matrícula en Tucson. Ofrecemos educación rigurosa, artes integradas cada día, y un compromiso total con cada estudiante. La inscripción es gratuita y se completa en línea en aproximadamente 10 minutos.
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