Very Good
#640 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 32% in state
Legacy Traditional School - Northwest Tucson
Elementary School · Legacy Traditional School - Northwest Tucson (91137)
3201 S GILBERT RD BLDG A, Chandler, AZ 85286
Enrollment
1,279
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
1,279
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#640 of 2,006
In Chandler
#41 of 77
public schools
Academic performance
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Legacy Traditional School - Northwest Tucson
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 - Northwest Tucson
Legacy Traditional School - Northwest Tucson is a public elementary school in Chandler, AZ, part of Legacy Traditional School - Northwest Tucson (91137). Legacy Traditional School - Northwest Tucson serves approximately 1,279 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th. Legacy Traditional School - Northwest Tucson has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #640 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Legacy Traditional School - Northwest Tucson show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Legacy Traditional School - Northwest 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.
Score Breakdown
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Legacy Traditional School - Northwest Tucson — Students at Legacy Traditional School - Northwest Tucson score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 24 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: 7.7/10.
How Legacy Traditional School - Northwest Tucson Compares
See how Legacy Traditional School - Northwest Tucson 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 BLDG A, Chandler, AZ 85286
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Legacy Traditional School - Northwest Tucson may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. J Robert Hendricks Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Tucson), which scores notably higher. Another option is Robert Richardson Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Tucson), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mesa Verde Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Tucson), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Chandler, see our Chandler schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST ELIZABETH ANN SETON SCHOOL Tucson | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Tortolita Middle School Tucson | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Butterfield Elementary School Tucson | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| BEAUTIFUL SAVIOR ACADEMY Tucson | 1.2 mi | — |
| Ironwood Elementary School Tucson | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Mountain View High School Tucson | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| PCJTED - Mountain View High School Tucson | 1.4 mi | — |
| Pima County JTED - Mountain View Tucson | 1.4 mi | — |
| MUSD Early Learning and Resource Center Tucson | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Quail Run Elementary School Tucson | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Sentinel Peak High School Tucson | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Flowing Wells Digital Campus Tucson | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Robert Richardson Elementary School Tucson | 2.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Degrazia Elementary School Tucson | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Mountain Rose Academy Tucson | 2.5 mi | 4.8 |
| J Robert Hendricks Elementary School Tucson | 2.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Mesa Verde Elementary School Tucson | 2.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Marion Donaldson Elementary School Tucson | 2.5 mi | 6.0 |
| FAITH COMMUNITY ACADEMY Tucson | 2.9 mi | 6.8 |
| ST MARKS EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Tucson | 2.7 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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Legacy Traditional School - Northwest Tucson
What grades does Legacy Traditional School - Northwest Tucson serve?
Legacy Traditional School - Northwest Tucson serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Legacy Traditional School - Northwest Tucson?
Legacy Traditional School - Northwest Tucson has an enrollment of approximately 1,279 students.
How does Legacy Traditional School - Northwest Tucson rank in AZ?
Legacy Traditional School - Northwest Tucson ranks #640 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Legacy Traditional School - Northwest Tucson's MySchoolScout rating?
Legacy Traditional School - Northwest Tucson has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Legacy Traditional School - Northwest Tucson?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Legacy Traditional School - Northwest Tucson has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
Is Legacy Traditional School - Northwest Tucson a charter school?
Yes, Legacy Traditional School - Northwest 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 - Northwest Tucson a Title I school?
No, Legacy Traditional School - Northwest Tucson is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,279
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Pima County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.4%
- Phone
- (520) 505-3640
Resources & Links
District
Legacy Traditional School - Northwest Tucson (91137)- District Enrollment
- 1,279
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $7,809
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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