Below Average
#1608 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Dr Howard K Conley Elementary School
Elementary School · Chandler Unified District #80 (4242)
500 S ARROWHEAD DR, Chandler, AZ 85224
Enrollment
743
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
743
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,608 of 2,006
In Chandler
#70 of 77
public schools
In district
#43 of 44
Chandler Unified District #80 (4242)
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Dr Howard K Conley Elementary School
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About Dr Howard K Conley Elementary School
Dr Howard K Conley Elementary School is a public elementary school in Chandler, AZ, part of Chandler Unified District #80 (4242). Dr Howard K Conley Elementary School serves approximately 743 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Dr Howard K Conley Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,608 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Dr Howard K Conley Elementary School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 7.9
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Dr Howard K Conley Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Dr Howard K Conley Elementary School — Students at Dr Howard K Conley Elementary School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 2.8/10.
How Dr Howard K Conley Elementary School Compares
See how Dr Howard K Conley Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
500 S ARROWHEAD DR, Chandler, AZ 85224
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dr Howard K Conley Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Knox Gifted Academy (rated 9.7/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bright Beginnings School #1 (rated 9.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Anna Marie Jacobson Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chandler, see our Chandler schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85224 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,886
Median Home Value
$391,000
Median Rent
$1,785/mo
Population
48,304
College Educated
40%
Homeownership
53.8%
Avg Commute
22.3 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
37.1
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| Copper King Elementary Phoenix, AZ | 4.7 |
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| Frank Elementary School Guadalupe, AZ | 4.7 |
| Harold W Smith School Glendale, AZ | 4.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dr Howard K Conley Elementary School
What grades does Dr Howard K Conley Elementary School serve?
Dr Howard K Conley Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Dr Howard K Conley Elementary School?
Dr Howard K Conley Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 743 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr Howard K Conley Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Dr Howard K Conley Elementary School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dr Howard K Conley Elementary School rank in AZ?
Dr Howard K Conley Elementary School ranks #1,608 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Dr Howard K Conley Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Dr Howard K Conley Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Howard K Conley Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dr Howard K Conley Elementary School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Dr Howard K Conley Elementary School a charter school?
No, Dr Howard K Conley Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dr Howard K Conley Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Dr Howard K Conley Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 743
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.8%
- Phone
- (480) 812-7000
Resources & Links
District
Chandler Unified District #80 (4242)- District Enrollment
- 42,832
- Schools in District
- 44
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,085
- District Rank
- #43 of 44
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