Below Average
#1670 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Legacy Traditional School - Goodyear
Elementary School · Legacy Traditional School - Goodyear (1000283)
16060 W LOWER BUCKEYE RD, Goodyear, AZ 85338
Enrollment
581
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
581
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,670 of 2,006
In Goodyear
#15 of 15
public schools
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Legacy Traditional School - Goodyear
Elementary School in Goodyear · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Legacy Traditional School - Goodyear
Legacy Traditional School - Goodyear is a public elementary school in Goodyear, AZ, part of Legacy Traditional School - Goodyear (1000283). Legacy Traditional School - Goodyear serves approximately 581 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th. Legacy Traditional School - Goodyear has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,670 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Legacy Traditional School - Goodyear show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Legacy Traditional School - Goodyear 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.
41% of students at Legacy Traditional School - Goodyear 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 - Goodyear — Students at Legacy Traditional School - Goodyear score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 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: 3.5/10.
How Legacy Traditional School - Goodyear Compares
See how Legacy Traditional School - Goodyear performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
16060 W LOWER BUCKEYE RD, Goodyear, AZ 85338
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Legacy Traditional School - Goodyear may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wildflower Accelerated Academy (rated 8.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PALM VALLEY MONTESSORI L L C (rated 8.2/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Somerset Academy Skyway Campus (rated 7.9/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Goodyear, see our Goodyear schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Desert Star Goodyear | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| West-MEC - Desert Edge High School Goodyear | 1.0 mi | — |
| Desert Edge High School Goodyear | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| BASIS Goodyear Scottsdale | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| BASIS Goodyear Primary Scottsdale | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Wildflower Accelerated Academy Goodyear | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Copper Trails Goodyear | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Centerra Mirage STEM Academy Goodyear | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| WEST VALLEY CHRISTAIN SCHOOL Goodyear | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| PALM VALLEY MONTESSORI L L C Goodyear | 2.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Incito Schools Goodyear | 2.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Desert Thunder Goodyear | 2.4 mi | 7.3 |
| The Odyssey Preparatory Academy Goodyear Buckeye | 2.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Somerset Academy Skyway Campus Goodyear | 2.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Las Brisas Academy Goodyear | 2.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Michael Anderson Avondale | 3.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Great Hearts Academies - Archway Trivium Phoenix | 3.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Great Hearts Academies - Trivium Prep Phoenix | 3.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Lattie Coor Avondale | 3.4 mi | 2.2 |
| Estrella High School Avondale | 3.4 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85338 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$99,345
Median Home Value
$396,100
Median Rent
$1,822/mo
Population
64,448
College Educated
32.2%
Homeownership
76.1%
Avg Commute
31.1 min
Poverty Rate
6.1%
Median Age
37.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| American Leadership Academy Gilbert South K-6 Chandler, AZ | 4.5 |
| Desert Vista Elementary School Apache Junction, AZ | 4.5 |
| Discovery School Glendale, AZ | 4.5 |
| Foothills Elementary School Glendale, AZ | 4.5 |
| Ira A Murphy Peoria, AZ | 4.5 |
| Thompson Ranch Elementary El Mirage, AZ | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Legacy Traditional School - Goodyear
What grades does Legacy Traditional School - Goodyear serve?
Legacy Traditional School - Goodyear serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Legacy Traditional School - Goodyear?
Legacy Traditional School - Goodyear has an enrollment of approximately 581 students.
How does Legacy Traditional School - Goodyear rank in AZ?
Legacy Traditional School - Goodyear ranks #1,670 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Legacy Traditional School - Goodyear's MySchoolScout rating?
Legacy Traditional School - Goodyear has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 - Goodyear?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Legacy Traditional School - Goodyear has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
Is Legacy Traditional School - Goodyear a charter school?
Yes, Legacy Traditional School - Goodyear 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 - Goodyear a Title I school?
No, Legacy Traditional School - Goodyear is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 581
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.3%
- Phone
- (623) 233-1100
Resources & Links
District
Legacy Traditional School - Goodyear (1000283)- District Enrollment
- 581
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,951
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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