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Shumway Leadership Academy

Elementary School · Chandler Unified District #80 (4242)

1325 N SHUMWAY AVE, Chandler, AZ 85225

Enrollment

483

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,241 of 2,006

In Chandler

#61 of 77

public schools

In district

#39 of 44

Chandler Unified District #80 (4242)

School environment

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Shumway Leadership Academy

5.7/10

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

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About Shumway Leadership Academy

Shumway Leadership Academy is a public elementary school in Chandler, AZ, part of Chandler Unified District #80 (4242). Shumway Leadership Academy serves approximately 483 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Shumway Leadership Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,241 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Shumway Leadership Academy show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.2 pts below district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 7.9
  • AZ avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.5Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.83 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.9Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-20.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile30th
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,085
Chronic Absenteeism16.1%

Shumway Leadership Academy — Students at Shumway Leadership Academy score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 43.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 52.5% (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
66%
ELA
78%
2010
Math
61%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
66%
ELA
81%
2012
Math
65%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
58%
ELA
81%
2014
Math
40%
ELA
33%
2015
Math
36%
ELA
36%
2016
Math
36%
ELA
38%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
40%
2018
Math
39%
ELA
44%
2019
Math
39%
ELA
44%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
32%

* 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: 4.5/10.

How Shumway Leadership Academy Compares

See how Shumway Leadership Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
38th percentile in AZ
Academic
4.9/10
Below Average
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.1%

Location

1325 N SHUMWAY AVE, Chandler, AZ 85225

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Shumway Leadership Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Arizona Language Schools (rated 9.7/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Tempe), which scores notably higher. Another option is BASIS Chandler Primary - North Campus (rated 9.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Chandler Traditional Academy - Liberty Campus (rated 8.0/10, 1.6 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
Legacy Traditional School - North Chandler Chandler 0.6 mi 7.4
BELLA MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL Gilbert 0.7 mi
Sanborn Elementary School Chandler 0.7 mi 5.3
WILKINS LEARNING CENTER Gilbert 0.9 mi
Leading Edge Academy Gilbert Elementary Gilbert 0.9 mi 7.3
Leading Edge Academy Gilbert Early College Gilbert 0.9 mi 8.0
Mesquite High School Gilbert 1.0 mi 6.0
EVIT - Mesquite High School Gilbert 1.0 mi
SIERRA SCHOOL GILBERT Gilbert 1.0 mi
Galveston Elementary School Chandler 1.2 mi 6.7
Islands Elementary School Gilbert 1.3 mi 7.5
BASIS Chandler Primary - North Campus Chandler 1.4 mi 9.1
Arizona Language Schools Tempe 1.3 mi 9.7
Intelli-School Chandler 1.3 mi 5.7
Primavera - Online Chandler 1.6 mi 6.0
Champion Chandler Scottsdale 1.8 mi 6.5
Chandler Traditional Academy - Liberty Campus Chandler 1.6 mi 8.0
AZ Compass Prep School Chandler 1.6 mi 4.5
Vector Prep and Arts Academy Chandler 1.6 mi 3.6
NEW VISTAS CENTER FOR EDUCATION Chandler 1.6 mi 7.4

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 Shumway Leadership Academy

What grades does Shumway Leadership Academy serve?

Shumway Leadership Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Shumway Leadership Academy?

Shumway Leadership Academy has an enrollment of approximately 483 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Shumway Leadership Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Shumway Leadership Academy is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Shumway Leadership Academy rank in AZ?

Shumway Leadership Academy ranks #1,241 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Shumway Leadership Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Shumway Leadership Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Shumway Leadership Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Shumway Leadership Academy has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Shumway Leadership Academy a charter school?

No, Shumway Leadership Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Shumway Leadership Academy a Title I school?

No, Shumway Leadership Academy is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
51 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
24 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
483
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.1%

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