Chandler Traditional Academy-Freedom

Summary:

Chandler Traditional Academy-Freedom is an exemplary elementary school serving 619 students in grades PK-6 in Gilbert, Arizona, part of the highly-ranked Chandler Unified District #80.

This school consistently ranks among the top elementary schools in Arizona, with students performing significantly better than state and district averages in English Language Arts and Mathematics assessments across all grade levels. For example, in the 2023-2024 school year, 62-69% of Chandler Traditional Academy-Freedom students were proficient or better in ELA, compared to 39-46% statewide, and 55-76% were proficient or better in Mathematics, compared to 30-43% statewide. The school's performance is particularly strong in Mathematics, with 3rd and 5th-grade students outperforming the state and district by a wide margin.

Chandler Traditional Academy-Freedom outperforms most nearby schools, including Weinberg Gifted Academy and other high-performing schools in the Chandler and Higley Unified School District. The school has maintained a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger for several years, indicating its consistent excellence, and has a diverse student population that has shifted in recent years while continuing to excel academically.


Detail:

Public PK, KG-6

 6040 S Joslyn Ln
       Gilbert, AZ  85298-8701


(480) 224-2600

District: Chandler Unified District #80

SchoolDigger Rank:
90th of 904 Arizona Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $8,791 Help


Students who attend Chandler Traditional Academy-Freedom usually attend:

High:    Dr. Camille Casteel High School

Student/teacher ratio:  17.9 Help
Number of students:  619

Racial breakdown:

White:
54.1%
Hispanic:
20.2%
Asian:
12.3%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  8.9% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Chandler Traditional Academy-Freedom ranks better than 90% of elementary schools in Arizona. It also ranks 5th 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 87.87. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Student population at Chandler Traditional Academy-Freedom is diverse. Racial makeup is: White (54.1%), Hispanic (20.2%), Asian (12.3%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 8.9% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Chandler Traditional Academy-Freedom is 17.9. 23 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-Freedom is $8,791, which is the 15th highest among 29 elementary schools in the Chandler Unified District #80.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Chandler Traditional Academy-Freedom:

SchoolDigger ranks Chandler Traditional Academy-Freedom 90th of 904 Arizona public elementary schools. (See Chandler Traditional Academy-Freedom in the ranking list.)

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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-Freedom

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Rank History for all students at Chandler Traditional Academy-Freedom

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2009 92.35 20th 1062 98.1%
2010 93.06 25th 1090 97.7%
2011 93.73 19th 1075 98.2%
2012 90.78 27th 1141 97.6%
2013 90.14 36th 1158 96.9%
2014 91.01 56th 1079 94.8%
2015 90.60 67th 955 93.0%
2016 91.31 76th 1079 93.0%
2017 89.89 93rd 1106 91.6%
2018 92.52 70th 1109 93.7%
2019 91.26 69th 1039 93.4%
2021 95.32 40th 1226 96.7%
2022 91.90 46th 1000 95.4%
2023 91.21 96th 1245 92.3%
2024 87.87 90th 904 90.0%
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Rank History for Multi-racial students at Chandler Traditional Academy-Freedom

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 65.06 260th 1027 74.7%
2022 87.06 19th 444 95.7%
2023 77.62 72nd 617 88.3%
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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Chandler Traditional Academy-Freedom

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 59.28 75th 975 92.3%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Chandler Traditional Academy-Freedom

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 76.88 88th 1201 92.7%
2022 73.35 45th 145 69.0%
2023 88.37 37th 820 95.5%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Chandler Traditional Academy-Freedom

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2022 84.53 64th 618 89.6%
2023 79.64 135th 1116 87.9%
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Rank History for Female students at Chandler Traditional Academy-Freedom

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 92.09 56th 1023 94.5%
2019 83.93 102nd 862 88.2%
2021 93.47 50th 1219 95.9%
2022 86.21 59th 824 92.8%
2023 88.40 113th 1219 90.7%
2024 73.46 123rd 593 79.3%
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Rank History for Male students at Chandler Traditional Academy-Freedom

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 92.33 65th 1032 93.7%
2019 90.69 47th 850 94.5%
2021 93.77 53rd 1220 95.7%
2022 89.31 35th 830 95.8%
2023 90.95 88th 1216 92.8%
2024 84.35 65th 609 89.3%
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Rank History for Asian students at Chandler Traditional Academy-Freedom

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 60.99 233rd 620 62.4%
2022 76.24 48th 270 82.2%
2023 78.87 48th 316 84.8%
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Rank History for African American students at Chandler Traditional Academy-Freedom

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 38.44 521st 895 41.8%
2022 70.28 65th 289 77.5%
2023 63.69 187th 607 69.2%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Chandler Traditional Academy-Freedom

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 94.17 34th 1198 97.2%
2022 95.62 16th 716 97.8%
2023 88.21 74th 1170 93.7%
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Rank History for White students at Chandler Traditional Academy-Freedom

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 86.25 60th 720 91.7%
2019 79.99 78th 595 86.9%
2021 88.97 42nd 1161 96.4%
2022 82.38 65th 800 91.9%
2023 79.58 155th 1024 84.9%
2024 71.13 113th 477 76.3%
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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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by a parent
Monday, March 1, 2021

Open Quote We have loved our experience at CTA Freedom. We moved to AZ four years ago and felt so overwhelmed with how many schools there were to choose from. Open Enrollment can seem so daunting, but with the help of some friends we decided to go with CTA Freedom even though it is a bit of a commute. We love the traditional approach to learning, but even more so the staff has become family for us. The teachers have been wonderful to work on our sons education with. The administration spends quality time learning who my children are and what they need in order to feel like successful learners. My sons have embraced uniform wearing and love the friends they have on campus. I also appreciate the way CTA navigated schoolwork during the pandemic. Very commendable. Our youngest is preparing to go to Kindergarten next year and he can not wait to become a Freedom Falcon. Close Quote


by a parent
Monday, March 1, 2021

Open Quote This is my daughter’s first year at CTA Freedom. There’s a new principal- Principal Lucas Sheffield and a great many new policies to accommodate students learning in person despite many students still being stuck online with distance learning. I have been nothing short of impressed by the exceptional curriculum and support offered to students and families. Our teacher, Mrs. Nelson is superb. To be honest, CTA isn’t for everyone. Our family is very goal oriented and educationally driven. We do lots of extra elective learning at home and I’m confident that CTA is a great fit because we’re used to rigorous learning. Kindergarteners have approximately one hour of homework a night. My experience, even in a pandemic where parents are excluded from participating in class or going on campus, has been top notch. The staff knows our family by name and I feel confident my daughter isn’t just another student passing through. If you’re on the fence with school choice, take tours (if available) do your research and then ask enrolled families about their experience. If your family is dedicated to maximizing your child’s learning potential and offering the necessary at-home support required to complete homework/projects/etc, this is the school for you. If you’re looking for a more lax experience with fewer educational expectations I would suggest continuing your search. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Chandler Traditional Academy-Freedom

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2006 520 8 15 45 6 n/a n/a 0 594
2007 565 16 23 59 5 n/a n/a 0 668
2008 659 28 49 63 2 n/a n/a 0 801
2009 697 38 58 58 4 n/a n/a 0 855
2010 714 33 70 68 3 n/a n/a 0 888
2011 699 27 87 71 2 0 1 0 887
2012 736 22 71 64 1 0 4 0 898
2013 698 21 79 70 1 2 11 0 882
2014 667 21 78 82 0 0 18 0 866
2015 633 25 72 83 0 0 26 0 839
2016 508 18 62 78 0 0 26 0 692
2017 467 20 51 80 0 1 43 0 662
2018 465 15 57 88 0 1 53 0 679
2019 431 16 48 90 0 0 50 0 635
2020 441 18 53 92 0 1 47 0 652
2021 383 19 45 112 0 0 42 0 601
2022 328 21 47 111 0 0 39 0 546
2023 335 25 76 125 3 2 53 0 619

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-Freedom

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2006 594 23.5 25.3 5.9
2007 668 32.9 20.3 7.8
2008 801 38.2 21.0 4.2
2009 855 39.4 21.7 8.9
2010 888 40.7 21.8 9.8
2011 887 38.7 22.9 9.8
2012 898 40.1 22.3 11.6
2013 882 40.4 21.8 12.7
2014 866 40.8 21.2 11.8
2015 839 39.0 21.5 11.6
2016 692 38.0 18.2 9
2017 662 40.0 16.5 11
2018 679 40.0 16.9 7.8
2019 635 39.6 16.0 6.9
2020 652 37.6 17.3 8
2021 601 32.1 18.7 n/a
2022 546 32.9 16.5 3.7
2023 619 34.5 17.9 8.9

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-Freedom

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2006 594 23.5 25.3 5.9
2007 668 32.9 20.3 7.8
2008 801 38.2 21.0 4.2
2009 855 39.4 21.7 8.9
2010 888 40.7 21.8 9.8
2011 887 38.7 22.9 9.8
2012 898 40.1 22.3 11.6
2013 882 40.4 21.8 12.7
2014 866 40.8 21.2 11.8
2015 839 39.0 21.5 11.6
2016 692 38.0 18.2 9
2017 662 40.0 16.5 11
2018 679 40.0 16.9 7.8
2019 635 39.6 16.0 6.9
2020 652 37.6 17.3 8
2021 601 32.1 18.7 n/a
2022 546 32.9 16.5 3.7
2023 619 34.5 17.9 8.9

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.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Chandler Traditional Academy-Freedom

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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 $7,094 (84.7%) $682 (8.1%) $14,870 (177.6%) $301 (3.6%) $298 (3.6%) $599 (7.2%) $8,374
2020 $211 (2.8%) $07 (0.1%) $429 (5.7%) $6,776 (90.6%) $487 (6.5%) $7,263 (97.1%) $7,481
2021 $62 (0.8%) $46 (0.6%) $171 (2.3%) $6,743 (88.9%) $734 (9.7%) $7,478 (98.6%) $7,586
2022 $846 (9.6%) $92 (1.0%) $1,784 (20.3%) $7,613 (86.6%) $239 (2.7%) $7,852 (89.3%) $8,790

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

Impact of COVID-19 on Chandler Traditional Academy-Freedom

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

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Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
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Post pandemic (2022-2023)
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Ranks 69th of 1039 Elementary schoolsRanks 96th of 1245 Elementary schools
 1.1%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students635619
 2.5%
African American1625
 56.3%
American Indian03
Asian4876
 58.3%
Hispanic90125
 38.9%
Pacific Islander02
White431335
 22.3%
Two or More Races5053
 6%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients6.9%8.9%
 2%


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Frequently Asked Questions about Chandler Traditional Academy-Freedom

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

High : Dr. Camille Casteel High School

Yes. Chandler Traditional Academy-Freedom ranks in the top 10.0% of Arizona elementary schools.

Students at Chandler Traditional Academy-Freedom are 54% White, 20% Hispanic, 12% Asian, 9% Two or more races, 4% African American.

In the 2022-23 school year, 619 students attended Chandler Traditional Academy-Freedom.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Arizona Department of Education.

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