Serving 549 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Kyrene Traditional Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 549 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Kyrene Traditional Academy serves the eastern part of Chandler, AZ, covering an area of approximately 1.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest point in the attendance zone located about 1.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kyrene Traditional Academy's student population of 549 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
549 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
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School Calendar
School Rankings
Kyrene Traditional Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kyrene Traditional Academy is 0.78, which is more 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
#477 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
34%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
40%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
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American Indian
7%
5%
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Asian
10%
3%
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Hispanic
36%
49%
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Black
13%
6%
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White
24%
33%
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Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.1%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
41%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
10%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kyrene Traditional Academy's ranking?
Kyrene Traditional Academy is ranked #477 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Kyrene Traditional Academy?
549 students attend Kyrene Traditional Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Kyrene Traditional Academy students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kyrene Traditional Academy?
Kyrene Traditional Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kyrene Traditional Academy offer ?
Kyrene Traditional Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kyrene Traditional Academy part of?
Kyrene Traditional Academy is part of Kyrene Elementary District (4267).
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