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Sanborn Elementary School

Elementary School · Chandler Unified District #80 (4242)

700 N SUPERSTITION BLVD, Chandler, AZ 85225

Enrollment

555

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,377 of 2,006

In Chandler

#63 of 77

public schools

In district

#41 of 44

Chandler Unified District #80 (4242)

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Sanborn Elementary School

5.3/10

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

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About Sanborn Elementary School

Sanborn Elementary School is a public elementary school in Chandler, AZ, part of Chandler Unified District #80 (4242). Sanborn Elementary School serves approximately 555 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Sanborn Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,377 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Sanborn Elementary School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.6 pts below district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 7.9
  • AZ avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.09 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency28% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency31% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-16.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile37th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,085
Chronic Absenteeism9%

Sanborn Elementary School — Students at Sanborn Elementary School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 40.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 50.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
71%
ELA
81%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
81%
2011
Math
59%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
59%
ELA
74%
2013
Math
53%
ELA
74%
2014
Math
26%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
34%
ELA
41%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
39%
2017
Math
34%
ELA
38%
2018
Math
29%
ELA
38%
2019
Math
29%
ELA
38%
2020*
Math
23%
ELA
31%
2021*
Math
23%
ELA
31%
2022
Math
28%
ELA
33%

* 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 Sanborn Elementary School Compares

See how Sanborn Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
31th percentile in AZ
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.0%

Location

700 N SUPERSTITION BLVD, Chandler, AZ 85225

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sanborn Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BASIS Chandler Primary - North Campus (rated 9.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Chandler Traditional Academy-Humphrey (rated 9.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Chandler Traditional Academy - Liberty Campus (rated 8.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chandler, see our Chandler schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Shumway Leadership Academy Chandler 0.7 mi 5.7
BASIS Chandler Primary - North Campus Chandler 0.8 mi 9.1
Galveston Elementary School Chandler 0.8 mi 6.7
Leading Edge Academy Gilbert Elementary Gilbert 0.8 mi 7.3
Leading Edge Academy Gilbert Early College Gilbert 0.8 mi 8.0
Champion Chandler Scottsdale 1.1 mi 6.5
Rudy G Bologna Elementary Chandler 1.3 mi 5.2
Legacy Traditional School - North Chandler Chandler 1.3 mi 7.4
Chandler Online Academy Chandler 1.3 mi 8.6
Willis Junior High School Chandler 1.4 mi 6.1
BELLA MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL Gilbert 1.4 mi
Frye Elementary School Chandler 1.5 mi 6.4
SIERRA SCHOOL GILBERT Gilbert 1.5 mi
Chandler Traditional Academy - Liberty Campus Chandler 1.3 mi 8.0
WILKINS LEARNING CENTER Gilbert 1.5 mi
NEW VISTAS CENTER FOR EDUCATION Chandler 1.4 mi 7.4
Chandler High School Chandler 1.5 mi 6.1
Mesquite High School Gilbert 1.7 mi 6.0
EVIT - Mesquite High School Gilbert 1.7 mi
Chandler Traditional Academy-Humphrey Chandler 1.6 mi 9.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85225 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$86,036

Median Home Value

$386,800

Median Rent

$1,662/mo

Population

73,316

College Educated

32.9%

Homeownership

61%

Avg Commute

24.8 min

Poverty Rate

13.6%

Median Age

34.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sanborn Elementary School

What grades does Sanborn Elementary School serve?

Sanborn Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Sanborn Elementary School?

Sanborn Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 555 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sanborn Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Sanborn Elementary School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sanborn Elementary School rank in AZ?

Sanborn Elementary School ranks #1,377 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Sanborn Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Sanborn Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Sanborn Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sanborn Elementary School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Sanborn Elementary School a charter school?

No, Sanborn Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Sanborn Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Sanborn Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
47 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
25 Some Transit
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
555
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.0%

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