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Very Good

#731 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 36% in state

T. Dale Hancock Elementary School

Elementary School · Chandler Unified District #80 (4242)

2425 S PLEASANT DR, Chandler, AZ 85286

Enrollment

695

Student-Teacher

17:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#731 of 2,006

In Chandler

#46 of 77

public schools

In district

#31 of 44

Chandler Unified District #80 (4242)

School environment

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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T. Dale Hancock Elementary School

7.0/10

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

Robert and Danell Tarwater Elementary

8.1/10

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8.1/10

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About T. Dale Hancock Elementary School

T. Dale Hancock Elementary School is a public elementary school in Chandler, AZ, part of Chandler Unified District #80 (4242). T.

Dale Hancock Elementary School serves approximately 695 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. T. Dale Hancock Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #731 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for T. Dale Hancock Elementary School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.9
  • AZ avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.47 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics7.9Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency49% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+1.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile68th
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,085
Chronic Absenteeism1.6%

T. Dale Hancock Elementary School — Students at T. Dale Hancock Elementary School score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 63.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 67.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 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
81%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
80%
ELA
86%
2011
Math
80%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
81%
ELA
90%
2013
Math
78%
ELA
89%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
61%
2015
Math
56%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
60%
ELA
60%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
58%
2018
Math
55%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
55%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
50%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
50%

* 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: 5.4/10.

How T. Dale Hancock Elementary School Compares

See how T. Dale Hancock Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.0/10
64th percentile in AZ
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
5.4/10
Average
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
1.6%

Location

2425 S PLEASANT DR, Chandler, AZ 85286

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering T. Dale Hancock Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chandler Traditional Academy - Independence (rated 9.3/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Sun Lakes), which scores notably higher. Another option is BASIS Chandler Primary- South Campus (rated 8.9/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Anna Marie Jacobson Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chandler, see our Chandler schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Robert and Danell Tarwater Elementary Chandler 0.8 mi 8.1
Basha Elementary Chandler 1.2 mi 8.1
Bogle Junior High School Chandler 1.1 mi 6.7
Anna Marie Jacobson Elementary School Chandler 1.1 mi 8.3
Hamilton High School Chandler 1.3 mi 8.4
TRI-CITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Chandler 1.6 mi 7.3
San Marcos Elementary School Chandler 1.9 mi 5.5
CARD ACADEMY CHANDLER Chandler 2.1 mi
Dr Howard K Conley Elementary School Chandler 2.0 mi 4.7
CASA DEL NINO BILINGUAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Chandler 2.0 mi
Ira A. Fulton Elementary Chandler 2.4 mi 7.5
Frye Elementary School Chandler 2.2 mi 6.4
Chandler Traditional Academy - Independence Sun Lakes 2.4 mi 9.3
EAST VALLEY ACTON ACADEMY Chandler 2.3 mi
BASIS Chandler Primary- South Campus Chandler 2.5 mi 8.9
BASIS Chandler Chandler 2.5 mi 8.7
STRONG FOUNDATIONS ACADEMY Chandler 2.6 mi
Willis Junior High School Chandler 2.5 mi 6.1
Chandler High School Chandler 2.7 mi 6.1
Champion Chandler Scottsdale 2.6 mi 6.5

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 T. Dale Hancock Elementary School

What grades does T. Dale Hancock Elementary School serve?

T. Dale Hancock Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend T. Dale Hancock Elementary School?

T. Dale Hancock Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 695 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at T. Dale Hancock Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at T. Dale Hancock Elementary School is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does T. Dale Hancock Elementary School rank in AZ?

T. Dale Hancock Elementary School ranks #731 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is T. Dale Hancock Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

T. Dale Hancock Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 T. Dale Hancock Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, T. Dale Hancock Elementary School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is T. Dale Hancock Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is T. Dale Hancock Elementary School a Title I school?

No, T. Dale Hancock Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
32 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
21 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
695
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
1.6%

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