For the 2024-25 school year, there are 14 public middle schools serving 17,477 students in 85286, AZ.
The top ranked public middle schools in 85286, AZ are Legacy Traditional School - Chandler, Legacy Traditional School Gilbert and American Leadership Academy Gilbert North K-12. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 85286 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Arizona public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 85286, AZ have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arizona public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public middle school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85286, AZ Public Middle Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Legacy Traditional School - Chandler
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3201 S Gilbert Rd Bldg B
Chandler, AZ 85286
(480) 270-5422
Chandler, AZ 85286
(480) 270-5422
Grades: K-8
| 1,102 students
Rank: #22.
Legacy Traditional School Gilbert
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2747 S Recker Rd
Chandler, AZ 85286
(480) 397-9260
Chandler, AZ 85286
(480) 397-9260
Grades: K-8
| 1,083 students
Rank: #33.
American Leadership Academy Gilbert North K-12
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1070 S Higley Rd
Chandler, AZ 85286
(480) 344-9892
Chandler, AZ 85286
(480) 344-9892
Grades: K-12
| 2,486 students
Rank: #44.
Legacy Traditional School - West Surprise
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
17300 W Cactus Road
Chandler, AZ 85286
(623) 299-1800
Chandler, AZ 85286
(623) 299-1800
Grades: K-8
| 1,165 students
Rank: #55.
Legacy Traditional School - Queen Creek
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
41800 N Barnes Pkwy
Chandler, AZ 85286
(480) 655-5553
Chandler, AZ 85286
(480) 655-5553
Grades: K-8
| 1,119 students
Rank: #66.
Legacy Traditional School - Northwest Tucson
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3500 W Cortaro Farms Rd
Chandler, AZ 85286
(520) 505-3640
Chandler, AZ 85286
(520) 505-3640
Grades: K-8
| 1,321 students
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Legacy Traditional School - Avondale
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12320 W Van Buren St
Chandler, AZ 85286
(623) 344-0330
Chandler, AZ 85286
(623) 344-0330
Grades: K-8
| 1,305 students
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Legacy Traditional School - Maricopa
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
17760 N Regent Dr
Chandler, AZ 85286
(520) 423-9999
Chandler, AZ 85286
(520) 423-9999
Grades: K-10
| 1,268 students
Rank: #99.
American Leadership Academy Ironwood K12
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
463 W. Combs Rd
Chandler, AZ 85286
(480) 420-2101
Chandler, AZ 85286
(480) 420-2101
Grades: K-12
| 2,230 students
Rank: #1010.
Legacy Traditional School - East Mesa
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10707 E. Guadalupe Rd.
Chandler, AZ 85286
(480) 935-5320
Chandler, AZ 85286
(480) 935-5320
Grades: K-8
| 1,049 students
Rank: #1111.
Legacy Traditional School - Phoenix
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4545 N 99th Ave
Chandler, AZ 85286
(623) 219-4320
Chandler, AZ 85286
(623) 219-4320
Grades: K-8
| 1,312 students
Rank: #1212.
Legacy Traditional School Laveen Village
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7900 S 43rd Ave
Chandler, AZ 85286
(623) 344-0472
Chandler, AZ 85286
(623) 344-0472
Grades: K-8
| 1,084 students
Rank: n/an/a
Legacy Online Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
3125 S Gilbert Rd
Chandler, AZ 85286
(480) 270-5438
Chandler, AZ 85286
(480) 270-5438
Grades: K-8
| 368 students
Rank: n/an/a
Legacy Traditional-san Tan
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
1679 W. Empire Blvd
Chandler, AZ 85286
(480) 576-4600
Chandler, AZ 85286
(480) 576-4600
Grades: K-8
| 585 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 85286, AZ?
The top ranked public middle schools in 85286, AZ include Legacy Traditional School - Chandler, Legacy Traditional School Gilbert and American Leadership Academy Gilbert North K-12.
How many public middle schools are located in 85286?
14 public middle schools are located in 85286.
What is the racial composition of students in 85286?
85286 public middle schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public middle schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Recent Articles
Drug Testing Teachers: Testing Positive or Negative?
This article examines the ongoing debate about drug testing for teachers in public schools. It discusses the rationale behind such policies, privacy concerns, cost implications, and the relatively low prevalence of drug use among educators. The piece also explores future considerations for drug testing policies in educational settings.
Head in the Clouds: Why Public Schools are Embracing Cloud Computing
Explore how public schools are integrating cloud computing into their educational frameworks. Understand the advantages such as enhanced collaboration, cost savings, and accessibility, as well as the challenges schools face in adopting this technology.
September 27, 2024
Understanding RubricsThis article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.