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#881 of 2,006 schools in AZ

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Legacy Traditional School - Queen Creek

School · Legacy Traditional School - Queen Creek (92610)

3201 S GILBERT RD BLDG A, Chandler, AZ 85286

Charter

Enrollment

940

Score

6.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 9th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#881 of 2,006

In Chandler

#50 of 77

public schools

Academic growth

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Legacy Traditional School - Queen Creek

6.6/10

School in Chandler · grades Kindergarten – 9th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Legacy Traditional School - Queen Creek

Legacy Traditional School - Queen Creek is a public school in Chandler, AZ, part of Legacy Traditional School - Queen Creek (92610). Legacy Traditional School - Queen Creek serves approximately 940 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-9th. Legacy Traditional School - Queen Creek has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #881 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Legacy Traditional School - Queen Creek show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).

How it compares0.3 pts above AZ schools
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • AZ avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Legacy Traditional School - Queen Creek 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.

32% of students at Legacy Traditional School - Queen Creek 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.6Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change-0.54 pts/yr
Data Period2014–2022
TrendStable
Academics8.7Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency54% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+16.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile81th
College Readiness3.8Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.2Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Per-Pupil Spending$8,752
Chronic Absenteeism32.4%

Legacy Traditional School - Queen Creek — Students at Legacy Traditional School - Queen Creek score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 63.6% (multi-year average, 2014-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 62.1% (multi-year average, 2014-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 18 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2014
Math
57%
ELA
54%
2015
Math
68%
ELA
55%
2016
Math
71%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
74%
ELA
70%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
69%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
69%
2020*
Math
58%
ELA
60%
2021*
Math
58%
ELA
60%
2022
Math
52%
ELA
55%

* 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: 9.6/10.

How Legacy Traditional School - Queen Creek Compares

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

Overall Score
6.6/10
56th percentile in AZ
Academic
8.7/10
Excellent
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
4.2/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

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 - Queen Creek may also want to explore other schools in the area. American Leadership Academy Ironwood K12 (rated 7.2/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Combs Online School for Success (rated 2.9/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby San Tan Vly), a more accessible option. For more schools in Chandler, see our Chandler schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Happy Valley School East Campus Mesa 0.7 mi 8.4
Faith Mather Sossaman Elementary School Queen Creek 1.7 mi 8.6
Katherine Mecham Barney Elementary Queen Creek 1.6 mi 7.9
Jack Harmon Elementary School San Tan Valley 1.8 mi 5.8
American Leadership Academy Signal Butte K-6 Queen Creek 1.8 mi 3.8
Benjamin Franklin Charter School - Crismon Queen Creek 1.9 mi 7.4
Ranch Elementary School San Tan Valley 2.0 mi 6.1
Queen Creek High School Queen Creek 2.0 mi 7.4
Ellsworth Elementary School Queen Creek 2.3 mi 3.6
American Leadership Academy Ironwood K12 Chandler 2.5 mi 7.2
Combs Online School for Success San Tan Vly 2.7 mi 2.9
Combs Center for Success High School San Tan Vly 2.7 mi 3.5
Combs Center for Success Middle School San Tan Vly 2.7 mi
EVIT - Combs High School San Tan Valley 2.4 mi
Combs High School San Tan Valley 2.5 mi 7.4
Combs Traditional Academy San Tan Valley 2.8 mi 7.4
Frances Brandon-Pickett Elementary Queen Creek 2.7 mi 8.2
J. O. Combs Middle School San Tan Valley 2.9 mi 4.0
Schnepf Elementary School Queen Creek 3.3 mi 7.0
Jack Barnes Elementary School Queen Creek 2.9 mi 7.6

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 - Queen Creek

What grades does Legacy Traditional School - Queen Creek serve?

Legacy Traditional School - Queen Creek serves students in grades Kindergarten through 9th.

How many students attend Legacy Traditional School - Queen Creek?

Legacy Traditional School - Queen Creek has an enrollment of approximately 940 students.

How does Legacy Traditional School - Queen Creek rank in AZ?

Legacy Traditional School - Queen Creek ranks #881 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Legacy Traditional School - Queen Creek's MySchoolScout rating?

Legacy Traditional School - Queen Creek has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 - Queen Creek?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Legacy Traditional School - Queen Creek has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).

Is Legacy Traditional School - Queen Creek a charter school?

Yes, Legacy Traditional School - Queen Creek 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 - Queen Creek a Title I school?

No, Legacy Traditional School - Queen Creek is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 9th
Enrollment
940
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Pinal County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.4%

District

Legacy Traditional School - Queen Creek (92610)
District Enrollment
940
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$8,752
District Rank
#1 of 1

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