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#1605 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Based on limited data

Legacy Traditional School - East Tucson

Elementary School · Legacy Traditional School - East Tucson (1001399)

3125 S Gilbert Road, Chandler, AZ 85286

Charter

Enrollment

425

Score

4.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,605 of 2,006

In Chandler

#69 of 77

public schools

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Legacy Traditional School - East Tucson

4.7/10

Elementary School in Chandler · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Marshall Elementary School

8.5/10

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6.8/10

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About Legacy Traditional School - East Tucson

Legacy Traditional School - East Tucson is a public elementary school in Chandler, AZ, part of Legacy Traditional School - East Tucson (1001399). Legacy Traditional School - East Tucson serves approximately 425 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th. Legacy Traditional School - East Tucson has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,605 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Legacy Traditional School - East Tucson show 22% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.

How it compares1.7 pts below AZ schools
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Legacy Traditional School - East Tucson 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.

57% of students at Legacy Traditional School - East Tucson 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

Partial Profile · 2/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics6.4Average60%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-6.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile49th
Resources & Environment2.2Needs Improvement40%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Per-Pupil Spending$8,439
Chronic Absenteeism57.2%

Legacy Traditional School - East Tucson — Students at Legacy Traditional School - East Tucson score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

How we calculate scores →

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 22.0% (2022 EdFacts)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 42.0% (2022 EdFacts)
School
State
N/A

Based on 2 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

How Legacy Traditional School - East Tucson Compares

See how Legacy Traditional School - East Tucson performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.7/10
20th percentile in AZ
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Environment
2.2/10
Needs Improvement

Location

3125 S Gilbert Road, Chandler, AZ 85286

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Legacy Traditional School - East Tucson may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Marshall Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Tucson), which scores notably higher. Another option is Da Vinci Tree Academy (rated 7.9/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Tucson), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Gale Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Tucson), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chandler, see our Chandler schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Marshall Elementary School Tucson 0.6 mi 8.5
Dunham Elementary School Tucson 0.9 mi 6.8
ST AUGUSTINE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Tucson 1.1 mi 7.1
Leman Academy of Excellence East Tucson Tucson 1.1 mi 6.5
Pima County JTED - Camino Seco Tucson 1.3 mi
Secrist Middle School Tucson 1.3 mi 3.8
Gale Elementary School Tucson 1.6 mi 7.8
Arizona Online Charter School Tucson 1.4 mi 4.9
La Paloma Academy (Lakeside) Tucson 1.4 mi 5.6
Compass High School Tucson 1.6 mi 5.1
Gridley Middle School Tucson 1.8 mi 5.1
Ford Elementary Tucson 1.6 mi 5.9
Harold Steele Elementary School Tucson 1.9 mi 4.0
Da Vinci Tree Academy Tucson 1.9 mi 7.9
Santa Rita High School Tucson 1.9 mi 5.3
CASA NINOS SCHOOL OF MONTESSORI - EAST CAMPUS Tucson 2.3 mi
Academy of Tucson High School Tucson 2.1 mi 6.9
Soleng Tom Elementary School Tucson 2.2 mi 5.5
Eastpointe High School Tucson 2.3 mi 4.5
Dietz K-8 School Tucson 2.2 mi 5.0

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Legacy Traditional School - East Tucson

What grades does Legacy Traditional School - East Tucson serve?

Legacy Traditional School - East Tucson serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Legacy Traditional School - East Tucson?

Legacy Traditional School - East Tucson has an enrollment of approximately 425 students.

How does Legacy Traditional School - East Tucson rank in AZ?

Legacy Traditional School - East Tucson ranks #1,605 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Legacy Traditional School - East Tucson's MySchoolScout rating?

Legacy Traditional School - East Tucson 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 Legacy Traditional School - East Tucson?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Legacy Traditional School - East Tucson has 22% math proficiency (2022 EdFacts) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (2022 EdFacts).

Is Legacy Traditional School - East Tucson a charter school?

Yes, Legacy Traditional School - East Tucson 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 Tucson a Title I school?

No, Legacy Traditional School - East Tucson is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
61 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
27 Some Transit
Bike Score
61 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
425
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Pima County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
57.2%

District

Legacy Traditional School - East Tucson (1001399)
District Enrollment
425
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$8,439
District Rank
#1 of 1

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