Serving 796 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Chandler Traditional Academy - Independence 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 86% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 796 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Chandler Traditional Academy - Independence serves the west part of Chandler, AZ, covering an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive to the school of 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chandler Traditional Academy - Independence ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Chandler Traditional Academy - Independence's student population of 796 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
796 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
Average Class Size
25 students
School Rankings
Chandler Traditional Academy - Independence ranks within the top 1% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chandler Traditional Academy - Independence is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8 out of 1921 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
63%
3%
Hispanic
10%
49%
Black
3%
6%
White
18%
33%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.2%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chandler Traditional Academy - Independence's ranking?
Chandler Traditional Academy - Independence is ranked #8 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Chandler Traditional Academy - Independence often compared to?
Chandler Traditional Academy - Independenceis often viewed alongside schools like Basis Chandler Primary- South Campus by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Chandler Traditional Academy - Independence?
796 students attend Chandler Traditional Academy - Independence.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Chandler Traditional Academy - Independence students are Asian, 18% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chandler Traditional Academy - Independence?
Chandler Traditional Academy - Independence has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chandler Traditional Academy - Independence offer ?
Chandler Traditional Academy - Independence offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chandler Traditional Academy - Independence part of?
Chandler Traditional Academy - Independence is part of Chandler Unified District #80 (4242).
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