Preschool - Grade 12 | Tuition-Free Charter School

ALA Ironwood

ALA Ironwood is a tuition-free public charter school serving PreK through 12th grade on two campuses along Combs Road, a few minutes from Banner Ironwood and the San Tan Mountains, drawing families from across San Tan Valley and Queen Creek.

Home of the Warriors

Home of the Warriors

ALA Ironwood

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At A Glance

Empowering Tomorrow's Leaders

A tuition-free public charter school in Queen Creek and San Tan Valley, ALA Ironwood offers a Pre-K through 12th grade education grounded in leadership and character.

98%

Teacher Rentention

A-Rated

Both Campuses

14:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

$2M+

Scholarships Awarded

DRIVEN BY EXCELLENCE

INSPIRING LIFELONG SUCCESS

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Getting your child to school safely and on time is our priority. Learn about our offered bus routes and shuttle services, check individual and family pricing tiers, and submit your transportation request online today.

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ALA provides a connected academic path from elementary foundations through high school graduation. A Core Knowledge-based curriculum, clear expectations, and ALA’s R.A.I.S.E. leadership values help students build essential skills, take greater ownership of their learning, and prepare for college, career, technical training, military service, and life beyond school.

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Warrior athletics give students in grades 6–12 opportunities to compete, develop discipline, and build school pride. Through practices, games, and team experiences, student-athletes learn perseverance, accountability, teamwork, and how to represent ALA with character on and off the field.

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Fine arts at ALA give students opportunities to create, perform, and communicate in new ways. Through visual and performing arts, students can develop confidence, creative discipline, collaboration, and a deeper appreciation for music, theatre, visual art, and self-expression.

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Before-and after-school care through The Academy gives K–6 families dependable support beyond the regular school day. Students can complete homework, participate in STEM, literacy, math, art, and music activities, and spend time with friends in a structured and engaging environment.

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Testimonials

Our Families Say It Best

The academics here are honestly really great... I am graduating magna cum laude and I'm also doing an honors diploma thanks to how helpful the staff is.

ChloeALA Ironwood Student

The Warrior family is so strong, and that culture there is so strong, and I just love the way that they do things there.

GraceALA Ironwood Alumna

We absolutely love the uniforms. It's made our mornings so easy. She knows what her options are and she can pick it out... As a mom, it makes my job easier, too!

Ashley PetersonALA Parent

The reason why we love ALA is because our kids are protected, safe, and they learn all the things necessary to be successful.

The Gomez FamilyALA Parents

I love that my kids are learning and are being challenged. They have great teachers that we are very happy with.

The Slade FamilyALA Parents

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