Serving 646 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Knox Gifted Academy ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 97% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 646 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 90% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 97% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Knox Gifted Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Knox Gifted Academy's student population of 646 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
646 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Knox Gifted Academy ranks within the top 1% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Knox Gifted Academy is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2 out of 1854 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
97%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
49%
3%
Hispanic
10%
47%
Black
1%
6%
White
33%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Knox Gifted Academy's ranking?
Knox Gifted Academy is ranked #2 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 97% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Knox Gifted Academy?
646 students attend Knox Gifted Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Knox Gifted Academy students are Asian, 33% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Knox Gifted Academy?
Knox Gifted Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Knox Gifted Academy offer ?
Knox Gifted Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Knox Gifted Academy part of?
Knox Gifted Academy is part of Chandler Unified District #80 (4242) School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
High School Graduations - Last Day of School (1/2 DAY)
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)
First Day of School for Students
July 17, 2024 (Wednesday)
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