Excellent
#324 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 16% in state
Legacy Traditional School - Surprise
Elementary School · Legacy Traditional School - Surprise (92879)
14506 W SWEETWATER AVE, Surprise, AZ 85379
Enrollment
1,868
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
1,868
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#324 of 2,006
In Surprise
#5 of 23
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
Legacy Traditional School - Surprise (92879)
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Legacy Traditional School - Surprise
Elementary School in Surprise · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Legacy Traditional School - Surprise
Legacy Traditional School - Surprise is a public elementary school in Surprise, AZ, part of Legacy Traditional School - Surprise (92879). Legacy Traditional School - Surprise serves approximately 1,868 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th. Legacy Traditional School - Surprise has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #324 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Legacy Traditional School - Surprise show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 6.5
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Legacy Traditional School - Surprise 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 - Surprise — Students at Legacy Traditional School - Surprise score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 16 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.2/10.
How Legacy Traditional School - Surprise Compares
See how Legacy Traditional School - Surprise performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
14506 W SWEETWATER AVE, Surprise, AZ 85379
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Legacy Traditional School - Surprise may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Freedom Traditional Academy (rated 9.3/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Imagine Rosefield (rated 8.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Paradise Honors Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 2.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Surprise, see our Surprise schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Marley Park Elementary Surprise | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Imagine Rosefield Surprise | 0.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Ashton Ranch Middle School Surprise | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Rancho Gabriela Surprise | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Countryside Elementary School Surprise | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Highland Prep Surprise | 1.6 mi | 8.7 |
| West-MEC - Valley Vista High School Surprise | 1.7 mi | — |
| Valley Vista High School Surprise | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| West Point Elementary School Surprise | 1.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Imagine Surprise Middle Phoenix | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Imagine Prep Surprise Phoenix | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Calibre Academy Surprise Surprise | 1.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Freedom Traditional Academy Surprise | 2.0 mi | 9.3 |
| Sonoran Heights Middle School Surprise | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| West-MEC - Dysart High School El Mirage | 2.1 mi | — |
| Dysart High School El Mirage | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Paradise Honors Elementary School Surprise | 2.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Dysart Middle School El Mirage | 2.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Surprise Elementary School El Mirage | 2.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Arizona Charter Academy Surprise | 2.6 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85379 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$102,823
Median Home Value
$413,500
Median Rent
$1,944/mo
Population
49,735
College Educated
32.2%
Homeownership
74.9%
Avg Commute
28.6 min
Poverty Rate
7.8%
Median Age
34.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Legacy Traditional School - West Surprise Chandler, AZ | 8.1 |
| Legacy Traditional School - Glendale Glendale, AZ | 8.2 |
| Summit Academy Chandler, AZ | 7.9 |
| Legacy Traditional School - Chandler Chandler, AZ | 7.8 |
| Asante Preparatory Academy Surprise, AZ | 8.4 |
| Leman Academy of Excellence Tucson, AZ | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Legacy Traditional School - Surprise
What grades does Legacy Traditional School - Surprise serve?
Legacy Traditional School - Surprise serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Legacy Traditional School - Surprise?
Legacy Traditional School - Surprise has an enrollment of approximately 1,868 students.
How does Legacy Traditional School - Surprise rank in AZ?
Legacy Traditional School - Surprise ranks #324 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Legacy Traditional School - Surprise's MySchoolScout rating?
Legacy Traditional School - Surprise has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 - Surprise?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Legacy Traditional School - Surprise has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).
Is Legacy Traditional School - Surprise a charter school?
Yes, Legacy Traditional School - Surprise 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 - Surprise a Title I school?
No, Legacy Traditional School - Surprise is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,868
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.4%
- Phone
- (623) 299-9820
Resources & Links
District
Legacy Traditional School - Surprise (92879)- District Enrollment
- 2,195
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $8,487
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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