Chandler Traditional Academy - Goodman

Summary:

Chandler Traditional Academy - Goodman is an elementary school in Chandler, Arizona that serves students from pre-kindergarten to 6th grade. This high-performing school consistently outshines its district and the state of Arizona in academic proficiency across various grade levels and subject areas.

Chandler Traditional Academy - Goodman has maintained a strong statewide ranking, consistently placing in the top 10-15% of Arizona elementary schools over the past decade. In the 2023-2024 school year, the school ranked 151 out of 904 Arizona elementary schools, earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school's performance extends across various student subgroups, with the school ranking highly for its Hispanic, Native American, and English Language Learner students. Compared to nearby schools like Knox Gifted Academy, which is also part of the Chandler Unified District #80, Chandler Traditional Academy - Goodman stands out as a high-performing institution.

Despite its high academic performance, Chandler Traditional Academy - Goodman serves a diverse student population, with a racial makeup that is representative of the broader community. The school has consistently earned a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger, suggesting that it has established effective teaching practices and a strong educational environment that supports student learning. While the data does not provide a comprehensive explanation for the school's success, factors such as effective teaching practices, strong leadership, parental involvement, and targeted support for specific student subgroups may contribute to Chandler Traditional Academy - Goodman's outstanding performance.


Detail:

Public PK, KG-6

 2600 W Knox Rd
       Chandler, AZ  85224-3951


(480) 812-6900

District: Chandler Unified District #80

SchoolDigger Rank:
151st of 904 Arizona Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $6,799 Help


Students who attend Chandler Traditional Academy - Goodman usually attend:

Middle:    John M Andersen Junior High School
High:    Chandler High School

Student/teacher ratio:  19.1 Help
Number of students:  642

Racial breakdown:

White:
38.3%
Hispanic:
24.1%
Asian:
23.4%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  20.7% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Chandler Traditional Academy - Goodman ranks better than 83.3% of elementary schools in Arizona. It also ranks 8th among 29 ranked elementary schools in the Chandler Unified District #80. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 82.02. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Student population at Chandler Traditional Academy - Goodman is diverse. Racial makeup is: White (38.3%), Hispanic (24.1%), Asian (23.4%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 20.7% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Chandler Traditional Academy - Goodman is 19.1. 29 elementary schools in the Chandler Unified District #80 have better student/teacher ratios. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Chandler Traditional Academy - Goodman is $6,799. 29 elementary schools in the Chandler Unified District #80 spend more per student.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Chandler Traditional Academy - Goodman:

SchoolDigger ranks Chandler Traditional Academy - Goodman 151st of 904 Arizona public elementary schools. (See Chandler Traditional Academy - Goodman in the ranking list.)

Elementary School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:


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Chandler Unified District #80:

SchoolDigger ranks Chandler Unified District #80 94th of 288 Arizona school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Chandler Traditional Academy - Goodman

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Rank History for all students at Chandler Traditional Academy - Goodman

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2009 72.20 316th 1062 70.2%
2010 86.05 115th 1090 89.4%
2011 81.67 180th 1075 83.3%
2012 88.45 53rd 1141 95.4%
2013 86.61 84th 1158 92.7%
2014 91.98 43rd 1079 96.0%
2015 93.11 35th 955 96.3%
2016 90.82 80th 1079 92.6%
2017 88.98 106th 1106 90.4%
2018 92.11 78th 1109 93.0%
2019 89.64 83rd 1039 92.0%
2021 92.09 87th 1226 92.9%
2022 89.37 62nd 1000 93.8%
2023 90.44 113th 1245 90.9%
2024 82.02 151st 904 83.3%
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Rank History for Multi-racial students at Chandler Traditional Academy - Goodman

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 62.09 293rd 1027 71.5%
2022 60.25 153rd 444 65.5%
2023 50.76 287th 617 53.5%
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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Chandler Traditional Academy - Goodman

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 54.24 121st 975 87.6%
2023 84.20 49th 451 89.1%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Chandler Traditional Academy - Goodman

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 47.43 484th 1201 59.7%
2022 66.70 56th 145 61.4%
2023 68.83 146th 820 82.2%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Chandler Traditional Academy - Goodman

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 86.21 72nd 820 91.2%
2023 82.48 120th 1116 89.2%
2024 82.47 60th 546 89.0%
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Rank History for Female students at Chandler Traditional Academy - Goodman

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 93.25 46th 1023 95.5%
2019 87.27 70th 862 91.9%
2021 89.48 106th 1219 91.3%
2022 85.71 61st 824 92.6%
2023 88.91 101st 1219 91.7%
2024 72.62 128th 593 78.4%
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Rank History for Military Connected students at Chandler Traditional Academy - Goodman

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2022 29.82 93rd 101 7.9%
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Rank History for Male students at Chandler Traditional Academy - Goodman

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 87.95 111th 1032 89.2%
2019 81.58 123rd 850 85.5%
2021 91.33 88th 1220 92.8%
2022 82.62 92nd 830 88.9%
2023 88.45 119th 1216 90.2%
2024 70.82 151st 609 75.2%
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Rank History for Asian students at Chandler Traditional Academy - Goodman

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 77.25 4th 33 87.9%
2019 45.68 17th 27 37.0%
2021 70.75 137th 620 77.9%
2022 83.89 22nd 270 91.9%
2023 73.98 67th 316 78.8%
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Rank History for African American students at Chandler Traditional Academy - Goodman

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 57.82 233rd 895 74.0%
2022 74.30 46th 289 84.1%
2023 72.94 114th 607 81.2%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Chandler Traditional Academy - Goodman

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 94.32 28th 911 96.9%
2019 88.39 60th 709 91.5%
2021 91.01 56th 1198 95.3%
2022 88.42 46th 716 93.6%
2023 94.47 31st 1170 97.4%
2024 79.69 79th 472 83.3%
See the entire list of Best Arizona Elementary Schools for Hispanic Students!

Rank History for Native American students at Chandler Traditional Academy - Goodman

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 60.79 128th 654 80.4%
2022 80.52 5th 82 93.9%
2023 85.64 14th 219 93.6%
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Rank History for White students at Chandler Traditional Academy - Goodman

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 85.13 70th 720 90.3%
2019 78.87 84th 595 85.9%
2021 84.13 109th 1161 90.6%
2022 80.97 74th 800 90.8%
2023 81.89 127th 1024 87.6%
2024 64.71 148th 477 69.0%
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Data source: test scores: Arizona Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Arizona Department of Education

Review counts

All ratings (Avg rating: 3.8)
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Facebook Profile Picture by a parent on FaceBook
Wednesday, August 6, 2014

Open Quote This school offers a private school level education for a public school price. Our son has attended from K-5, currently enrolled in the 6th. We could not be happier with the education, teachers, principle and admin staff. Everyone works so hard for the children. Kids are first at this school. It starts with the principle, Ms Sniff, who is very visible and available. The teachers are exceptional and very qualified. This school is not fly by night or some average public school. Your kid (s) will get lots of homework and attention. Be prepared to work too parents and grand parents. This school is for real. I highly recommend this school. Close Quote


by a parent
Thursday, September 5, 2013

Open Quote Excellent school! However, if you're a parent who is not involved with your child's education, this school is not for you, and you are setting your child up for failure. This school highly promotes parents/student collaboration with projects and homework. At times it feels like you are also being graded as a parent.If your child is failing in this school, it's only because you are failing your child as a parent.

Some of the areas where this school excels is in Mathematics, Reading and giving your child the confidence to speak in front of a classroom by reading and reciting poems by memory.

This school is getting better and better with age and I am confident that they will continue to grow and be one of the best elementary schools in the state. If I had to nitpick I would just say that they need to ramp up their extra-curricular activities (science club, robotics class, etc..), overall "A" school. Close Quote


by a parent
Friday, August 20, 2010

Open Quote We were very excited to have our son start his Kindergarten year at CTA Goodman. Our excitement soon turned to frustration. Our son (who is normally a really great kid) started behaving poorly. His teacher, the principal and the school counselor all made it very clear how they felt about his behavior and never once offered a solution or made any sort of attempt to help him adjust to his first year in school. They just continued to send him home when he wouldn't sit at his desk. I am disappointed with the lack of compassion for a child who is struggling. I feel that CTA Goodman failed my son. I would not recommend this school to others due to my experiences. Close Quote


by a parent
Saturday, March 20, 2010

Open Quote AMAZING!!! The back to basics approach and Spalding program are what every school should have. They teach one grade level above regular schools, have school uniforms, and a higher standard of conduct. My children are so fortunate to attend- otherwise they would be forced to attend a regular school with a dumbed-down program. My children are expected to meet a higher standard rather than a lower one, and it shows in their performance and self-esteem. The staff at Goodman are amazing- principal, teachers, office staff- all are wonderful. Close Quote


by a parent
Sunday, October 25, 2009

Open Quote Exceptional commitment from everyone to maximize resources for students - Value is placed on structure, which is clearly defined and upheld. From the principal to the teachers to the staff to the parents...it is all for the kids. Very strong learning community. Close Quote


by a parent on FaceBook
Wednesday, February 11, 2009

Open Quote The worse school I have ever sent my children to in my past 9yrs of experience. CTA my butt the other schools in chandler have better academics, and better teachers! Im moving back to my old school area. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Chandler Traditional Academy - Goodman

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1989 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 415 415
1990 366 7 11 46 2 n/a n/a 88 520
1991 454 10 19 53 2 n/a n/a 91 629
1992 546 13 33 65 4 n/a n/a 0 661
1993 579 17 39 55 12 n/a n/a 0 702
1994 613 22 47 65 10 n/a n/a 0 757
1995 606 23 46 69 6 n/a n/a 0 750
1996 606 23 46 69 6 n/a n/a 0 750
1997 562 26 30 63 5 n/a n/a 0 686
1998 534 25 42 70 5 n/a n/a 0 676
1999 528 25 48 68 2 n/a n/a 0 671
2000 464 26 38 91 3 n/a n/a 0 622
2001 485 38 45 78 5 n/a n/a 0 651
2004 440 38 42 95 8 n/a n/a 0 623
2005 424 41 37 115 11 n/a n/a 0 628
2006 362 30 38 114 10 n/a n/a 0 554
2007 337 24 36 120 16 n/a n/a 0 533
2008 332 44 61 125 15 n/a n/a 0 577
2009 351 53 68 137 15 n/a n/a 0 624
2010 333 46 80 129 12 n/a n/a 0 600
2011 368 41 73 131 15 0 2 0 630
2012 382 44 93 125 10 0 14 0 668
2013 390 45 91 127 12 0 22 0 687
2014 390 44 102 137 12 1 26 0 712
2015 384 46 99 143 10 0 29 0 711
2016 371 41 100 149 8 3 33 0 705
2017 361 43 112 146 11 2 42 0 717
2018 335 42 140 144 10 4 48 0 723
2019 326 40 167 164 10 3 43 0 753
2020 307 32 195 148 10 3 41 0 736
2021 268 33 191 152 12 4 39 0 699
2022 263 35 155 146 10 3 39 0 651
2023 246 32 150 155 10 5 44 0 642

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Chandler Traditional Academy - Goodman

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1989 415 21.0 19.7 n/a
1990 520 23.0 22.6 n/a
1991 629 29.0 21.6 n/a
1992 661 28.0 23.6 n/a
1993 702 27.5 25.5 n/a
1994 757 32.8 23.1 n/a
1995 750 34.5 21.7 n/a
1996 750 34.5 21.7 n/a
1997 686 33.0 20.8 n/a
1998 676 32.8 20.6 n/a
1999 671 31.2 21.5 n/a
2000 622 30.9 20.1 n/a
2001 651 32.4 20.1 n/a
2004 623 25.1 24.8 21.8
2005 628 31.4 20.0 49.4
2006 554 29.2 19.0 27.6
2007 533 28.0 19.0 21.6
2008 577 29.0 19.9 21.5
2009 624 31.5 19.8 26.4
2010 600 33.0 18.1 22.5
2011 630 32.0 19.6 21.7
2012 668 32.0 20.8 21
2013 687 35.8 19.1 19.1
2014 712 36.0 19.7 18.5
2015 711 38.0 18.7 18.6
2016 705 33.0 21.3 17.6
2017 717 34.1 21.0 21.6
2018 723 34.0 21.2 19.9
2019 753 36.1 20.8 20.8
2020 736 36.0 20.4 19.8
2021 699 27.6 25.3 n/a
2022 651 33.4 19.4 6.6
2023 642 33.5 19.1 20.7

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Chandler Traditional Academy - Goodman

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1989 415 21.0 19.7 n/a
1990 520 23.0 22.6 n/a
1991 629 29.0 21.6 n/a
1992 661 28.0 23.6 n/a
1993 702 27.5 25.5 n/a
1994 757 32.8 23.1 n/a
1995 750 34.5 21.7 n/a
1996 750 34.5 21.7 n/a
1997 686 33.0 20.8 n/a
1998 676 32.8 20.6 n/a
1999 671 31.2 21.5 n/a
2000 622 30.9 20.1 n/a
2001 651 32.4 20.1 n/a
2004 623 25.1 24.8 21.8
2005 628 31.4 20.0 49.4
2006 554 29.2 19.0 27.6
2007 533 28.0 19.0 21.6
2008 577 29.0 19.9 21.5
2009 624 31.5 19.8 26.4
2010 600 33.0 18.1 22.5
2011 630 32.0 19.6 21.7
2012 668 32.0 20.8 21
2013 687 35.8 19.1 19.1
2014 712 36.0 19.7 18.5
2015 711 38.0 18.7 18.6
2016 705 33.0 21.3 17.6
2017 717 34.1 21.0 21.6
2018 723 34.0 21.2 19.9
2019 753 36.1 20.8 20.8
2020 736 36.0 20.4 19.8
2021 699 27.6 25.3 n/a
2022 651 33.4 19.4 6.6
2023 642 33.5 19.1 20.7

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Chandler Traditional Academy - Goodman

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YearPersonnel Expenditures from Federal FundsNon-Personnel Expenditures from Federal FundsTotal Expenditures from Federal FundsPersonnel Expenditures from State and Local FundsNon-Personnel Expenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $5,711 (81.8%) $674 (9.7%) $12,096 (173.3%) $288 (4.1%) $306 (4.4%) $595 (8.5%) $6,980
2020 $28 (0.5%) $02 (0.0%) $58 (1.0%) $5,101 (90.2%) $526 (9.3%) $5,628 (99.5%) $5,658
2021 $11 (0.2%) $47 (0.8%) $68 (1.1%) $5,076 (84.4%) $878 (14.6%) $5,954 (99.0%) $6,012
2022 $537 (7.9%) $92 (1.4%) $1,165 (17.1%) $5,997 (88.2%) $174 (2.6%) $6,170 (90.7%) $6,799

Data source: Arizona Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Chandler Traditional Academy - Goodman

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Rankings

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Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
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Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 83rd of 1039 Elementary schoolsRanks 113th of 1245 Elementary schools
 1.1%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students753642
 14.7%
African American4032
 20%
American Indian1010
Asian167150
 10.2%
Hispanic164155
 5.5%
Pacific Islander35
 66.7%
White326246
 24.5%
Two or More Races4344
 2.3%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients20.8%20.7%
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Chandler Traditional Academy - Goodman ranks 151st of 904 Arizona elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

Students who attend Chandler Traditional Academy - Goodman usually go on to attend:

Middle : John M Andersen Junior High School
High : Chandler High School

In the 2022-23 school year, 642 students attended Chandler Traditional Academy - Goodman.

Students at Chandler Traditional Academy - Goodman are 38% White, 24% Hispanic, 23% Asian, 7% Two or more races, 5% African American, 2% American Indian.


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