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#42 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 2% in state

Dr. Gary and Annette Auxier Elementary School

Elementary School · Chandler Unified District #80 (4242)

22700 S POWER RD, Queen Creek, AZ 85142

Enrollment

582

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

9.2

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#42 of 2,006

In Queen Creek

#1 of 26

public schools

In district

#7 of 44

Chandler Unified District #80 (4242)

Academic growth

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Dr. Gary and Annette Auxier Elementary School

9.2/10

Elementary School in Queen Creek · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.9/10

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6.5/10

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About Dr. Gary and Annette Auxier Elementary School

Dr. Gary and Annette Auxier Elementary School is a public elementary school in Queen Creek, AZ, part of Chandler Unified District #80 (4242). Dr.

Gary and Annette Auxier Elementary School serves approximately 582 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Dr. Gary and Annette Auxier Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #42 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Dr. Gary and Annette Auxier Elementary School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).

How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 9.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.9
  • AZ avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data8
Annual Change+0.49 pts/yr
Data Period2015–2022
TrendStable
Academics8.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency53% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency54% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+6.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile76th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,085
Chronic Absenteeism23.7%

Dr. Gary and Annette Auxier Elementary School — Students at Dr. Gary and Annette Auxier Elementary School score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 53.0% (multi-year average, 2015-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 59.0% (multi-year average, 2015-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 16 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2015
Math
42%
ELA
54%
2016
Math
54%
ELA
56%
2017
Math
59%
ELA
60%
2018
Math
54%
ELA
64%
2019
Math
54%
ELA
64%
2020*
Math
54%
ELA
60%
2021*
Math
54%
ELA
60%
2022
Math
53%
ELA
54%

* 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: 9.8/10.

How Dr. Gary and Annette Auxier Elementary School Compares

See how Dr. Gary and Annette Auxier Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.2/10
98th percentile in AZ
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
9.8/10
Excellent
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.7%

Location

22700 S POWER RD, Queen Creek, AZ 85142

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dr. Gary and Annette Auxier Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bridges Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Gilbert), with a very similar rating. Another option is Chandler Traditional Academy-Freedom (rated 9.1/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Gilbert), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Coronado Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Gilbert), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Queen Creek, see our Queen Creek schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Benjamin Franklin Charter School - Power Gilbert 0.3 mi 7.9
Sue Sossaman Early Childhood Development Center Queen Creek 1.1 mi 6.5
Sossaman Middle School Queen Creek 1.1 mi 8.2
Dr. Camille Casteel High School Queen Creek 1.4 mi 8.1
Bridges Elementary School Gilbert 1.4 mi 9.1
Newell Barney College Preparatory School Queen Creek 1.9 mi 7.7
Cortina Elementary Queen Creek 2.0 mi 8.5
Riggs Elementary Gilbert 1.9 mi 8.3
Power Ranch Elementary Gilbert 2.1 mi 8.2
JEWELL SCHOOL Queen Creek 2.3 mi
American Leadership Academy Queen Creek K-12 Queen Creek 2.1 mi 7.3
Chandler Traditional Academy-Freedom Gilbert 2.1 mi 9.1
Desert Mountain Elementary Queen Creek 2.1 mi 7.9
Benjamin Franklin High School Queen Creek 2.6 mi 7.5
Coronado Elementary School Gilbert 2.5 mi 8.6
Queen Creek Virtual Academy Queen Creek 2.4 mi 4.7
CANYON STATE ACADEMY Queen Creek 2.6 mi 8.0
Centennial Elementary School Gilbert 3.0 mi 8.3
Queen Creek Elementary School Queen Creek 2.6 mi 8.1
Willie & Coy Payne Jr. High Queen Creek 2.8 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85142 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$125,236

Median Home Value

$521,300

Median Rent

$2,092/mo

Population

87,201

College Educated

37.9%

Homeownership

88.7%

Avg Commute

30.9 min

Poverty Rate

5.3%

Median Age

36.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dr. Gary and Annette Auxier Elementary School

What grades does Dr. Gary and Annette Auxier Elementary School serve?

Dr. Gary and Annette Auxier Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Dr. Gary and Annette Auxier Elementary School?

Dr. Gary and Annette Auxier Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 582 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr. Gary and Annette Auxier Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Dr. Gary and Annette Auxier Elementary School is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Dr. Gary and Annette Auxier Elementary School rank in AZ?

Dr. Gary and Annette Auxier Elementary School ranks #42 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Dr. Gary and Annette Auxier Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Dr. Gary and Annette Auxier Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 Dr. Gary and Annette Auxier Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Dr. Gary and Annette Auxier Elementary School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).

Is Dr. Gary and Annette Auxier Elementary School a charter school?

No, Dr. Gary and Annette Auxier Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Dr. Gary and Annette Auxier Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Dr. Gary and Annette Auxier Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
17 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
582
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.7%

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