Serving 824 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Neely Traditional Academy ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 824 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Neely Traditional Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Neely Traditional Academy's student population of 824 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
824 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Neely Traditional Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Neely Traditional Academy is 0.66, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#22 out of 1921 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
14%
3%
Hispanic
23%
48%
Black
3%
6%
White
52%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Neely Traditional Academy's ranking?
Neely Traditional Academy is ranked #22 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Neely Traditional Academy?
824 students attend Neely Traditional Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Neely Traditional Academy students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 7% 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 Neely Traditional Academy?
Neely Traditional Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Neely Traditional Academy offer ?
Neely Traditional Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Neely Traditional Academy part of?
Neely Traditional Academy is part of Gilbert Unified District (4239) School District.
In what neighborhood is Neely Traditional Academy located?
Neely Traditional Academy is located in the Meadows neighborhood of Gilbert, AZ.
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