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#71 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 4% in state

Cheyenne Traditional School

Elementary School · Scottsdale Unified District (4240)

13636 N 100TH ST, Scottsdale, AZ 85260

Enrollment

895

Student-Teacher

19.9:1

Score

9.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#71 of 2,006

In Scottsdale

#9 of 46

public schools

In district

#9 of 30

Scottsdale Unified District (4240)

Academic performance

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Cheyenne Traditional School

9.1/10

Elementary School in Scottsdale · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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9.0/10

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About Cheyenne Traditional School

Cheyenne Traditional School is a public elementary school in Scottsdale, AZ, part of Scottsdale Unified District (4240). Cheyenne Traditional School serves approximately 895 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 19.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Cheyenne Traditional School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #71 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Cheyenne Traditional School show 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 9.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.4
  • AZ avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.65 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency80% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency78% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency79% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+31.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile97th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,306
Chronic Absenteeism8%

Cheyenne Traditional School — Students at Cheyenne Traditional School score 79% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 83.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 85.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
95%
ELA
99.5%
2010
Math
94%
ELA
98%
2011
Math
94%
ELA
98%
2012
Math
90%
ELA
98%
2013
Math
93%
ELA
98%
2014
Math
70%
ELA
76%
2015
Math
74%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
85%
2017
Math
82%
ELA
81%
2018
Math
81%
ELA
82%
2019
Math
81%
ELA
82%
2020*
Math
78%
ELA
75%
2021*
Math
78%
ELA
75%
2022
Math
80%
ELA
78%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.0/10.

How Cheyenne Traditional School Compares

See how Cheyenne Traditional School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.1/10
97th percentile in AZ
Academic
9.8/10
Excellent
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
45 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.0%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

13636 N 100TH ST, Scottsdale, AZ 85260

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cheyenne Traditional School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Desert Canyon Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Redfield Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Sonoran Sky Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Phoenix), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Scottsdale, see our Scottsdale schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
SCOTTSDALE CHILD CARE AND LEARNING CENTER Scottsdale 0.7 mi 9.0
Desert Canyon Middle School Scottsdale 1.2 mi 8.3
NEW COVENANT LUTHERAN CHURCH CHILDREN'S MINISTRY C Scottsdale 1.1 mi
Desert Canyon Elementary Scottsdale 1.2 mi 9.4
Redfield Elementary School Scottsdale 1.1 mi 9.4
CAMELBACK DESERT SCHOOL Scottsdale 1.3 mi
Mission Montessori Academy's Middle Years Program Phoenix 1.6 mi 7.7
THE UNITED SCHOOL OF AUTISM Scottsdale 1.9 mi 6.7
SHEPHERD OF THE DESERT LUTHERAN SCHOOL Scottsdale 1.9 mi
Great Hearts Academies - Archway Scottsdale Phoenix 1.9 mi 7.4
Great Hearts Academies - Scottsdale Prep Phoenix 1.9 mi 8.8
NOTRE DAME PREPARATORY Scottsdale 2.1 mi 4.7
Laguna Elementary School Scottsdale 2.2 mi 8.2
INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF ARIZONA Scottsdale 2.7 mi 6.3
SIERRA ACADEMY OF SCOTTSDALE Scottsdale 2.9 mi 6.2
Cochise Elementary School Scottsdale 3.2 mi 9.1
THUNDERBIRD CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Scottsdale 3.1 mi 6.0
THUNDERBIRD ADVENTIST ACADEMY Scottsdale 3.1 mi 7.8
Sonoran Sky Elementary School Phoenix 3.2 mi 9.3
BASIS Scottsdale Primary - West Campus Scottsdale 3.3 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85260 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$103,854

Median Home Value

$637,000

Median Rent

$1,969/mo

Population

39,842

College Educated

58.6%

Homeownership

60%

Avg Commute

19.9 min

Poverty Rate

5%

Median Age

44.3

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School Rating
Ashland Elementary Gilbert, AZ 9.1
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BASIS Chandler Primary - North Campus Chandler, AZ 9.1
Bridges Elementary School Gilbert, AZ 9.1
Chandler Traditional Academy-Freedom Gilbert, AZ 9.1
Cochise Elementary School Scottsdale, AZ 9.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cheyenne Traditional School

What grades does Cheyenne Traditional School serve?

Cheyenne Traditional School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Cheyenne Traditional School?

Cheyenne Traditional School has an enrollment of approximately 895 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cheyenne Traditional School?

The student-teacher ratio at Cheyenne Traditional School is 19.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cheyenne Traditional School rank in AZ?

Cheyenne Traditional School ranks #71 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Cheyenne Traditional School's MySchoolScout rating?

Cheyenne Traditional School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Cheyenne Traditional School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cheyenne Traditional School has 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Cheyenne Traditional School a charter school?

No, Cheyenne Traditional School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Cheyenne Traditional School a Title I school?

No, Cheyenne Traditional School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
44 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
19 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
895
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.0%

District

Scottsdale Unified District (4240)
District Enrollment
20,940
Schools in District
30
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,306
District Rank
#9 of 30

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