Needs Improvement
#1823 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Legacy Traditional School - East Mesa
Elementary School · Legacy Traditional School - East Mesa (834265)
3201 S GILBERT RD, Chandler, AZ 85286
Enrollment
1,040
Score
3.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
1,040
Score
3.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,823 of 2,006
In Chandler
#75 of 77
public schools
Academic performance
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Legacy Traditional School - East Mesa
Elementary School in Chandler · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Legacy Traditional School - East Mesa
Legacy Traditional School - East Mesa is a public elementary school in Chandler, AZ, part of Legacy Traditional School - East Mesa (834265). Legacy Traditional School - East Mesa serves approximately 1,040 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th. Legacy Traditional School - East Mesa has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,823 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Legacy Traditional School - East Mesa show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Legacy Traditional School - East Mesa is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
36% of students at Legacy Traditional School - East Mesa 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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Legacy Traditional School - East Mesa — Students at Legacy Traditional School - East Mesa score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 10 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: 1.9/10.
How Legacy Traditional School - East Mesa Compares
See how Legacy Traditional School - East Mesa performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3201 S GILBERT RD, Chandler, AZ 85286
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Legacy Traditional School - East Mesa may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Canyon Rim Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Mesa), which scores notably higher. Another option is American Leadership Academy Mesa K-6 (rated 9.0/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Meridian (rated 8.6/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Mesa), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chandler, see our Chandler schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Desert Ridge Jr. High Mesa | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Desert Ridge High Mesa | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Meridian Mesa | 1.5 mi | 8.6 |
| Canyon Rim Elementary Mesa | 1.4 mi | 9.2 |
| Augusta Ranch Elementary Mesa | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| American Leadership Academy Mesa K-6 Chandler | 2.2 mi | 9.0 |
| Imagine East Mesa Elementary Phoenix | 2.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Imagine East Mesa Middle Phoenix | 2.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Skyline High School Mesa | 2.6 mi | 6.3 |
| EVIT - Skyline High School Mesa | 2.6 mi | — |
| Brinton Elementary Mesa | 2.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Sequoia Pathfinder Academy at Eastmark Mesa | 2.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Patterson Elementary Mesa | 2.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Gateway Polytechnic Academy Mesa | 2.7 mi | 8.6 |
| BASIS Mesa Mesa | 2.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Stevenson Elementary School Mesa | 3.0 mi | 3.7 |
| Eastmark High School Mesa | 3.2 mi | 5.7 |
| EVIT Eastmark High School Mesa | 3.2 mi | — |
| Apache Junction High School Apache Junction | 3.0 mi | 4.8 |
| EVIT East Apache Junction Mesa | 3.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85286 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$118,759
Median Home Value
$548,900
Median Rent
$2,031/mo
Population
49,870
College Educated
54.7%
Homeownership
66.8%
Avg Commute
24.1 min
Poverty Rate
5.2%
Median Age
36.3
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| Cerbat Elementary Kingman, AZ | 3.9 |
| Sheely Farms Elementary School Phoenix, AZ | 3.9 |
| Manuel Pena Jr. School Phoenix, AZ | 4.0 |
| McCartney Ranch Elementary School Casa Grande, AZ | 3.8 |
| Monte Vista Elementary School Phoenix, AZ | 3.8 |
| Papago School Phoenix, AZ | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Legacy Traditional School - East Mesa
What grades does Legacy Traditional School - East Mesa serve?
Legacy Traditional School - East Mesa serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Legacy Traditional School - East Mesa?
Legacy Traditional School - East Mesa has an enrollment of approximately 1,040 students.
How does Legacy Traditional School - East Mesa rank in AZ?
Legacy Traditional School - East Mesa ranks #1,823 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Legacy Traditional School - East Mesa's MySchoolScout rating?
Legacy Traditional School - East Mesa has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Legacy Traditional School - East Mesa?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Legacy Traditional School - East Mesa has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).
Is Legacy Traditional School - East Mesa a charter school?
Yes, Legacy Traditional School - East Mesa is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Legacy Traditional School - East Mesa a Title I school?
No, Legacy Traditional School - East Mesa is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,040
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.8%
- Phone
- (480) 935-5320
Resources & Links
District
Legacy Traditional School - East Mesa (834265)- District Enrollment
- 1,040
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $8,877
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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