School Overview
Chandler Traditional Academy (CTA) - Freedom is a highly-rated public elementary school located in Gilbert, Arizona, serving students from kindergarten through sixth grade. As part of the Chandler Unified School District, the school is built upon the "Traditional Academy" model, which emphasizes a structured, back-to-basics approach to education. This curriculum prioritizes academic rigor, a fast-paced learning environment, and a strong emphasis on core subjects like mathematics, reading, and language arts, typically utilizing Direct Instruction methodologies to ensure student mastery of foundational skills.

Beyond its academic focus, CTA-Freedom is known for its strong sense of community and emphasis on character development. The school maintains high expectations for student behavior and encourages parental involvement through active participation in school programs and volunteer opportunities. With a reputation for high standardized test scores and a commitment to maintaining a disciplined, safe learning environment, the school is a popular choice for families in the Gilbert area who are seeking a traditional, teacher-directed educational experience for their children.
551
Total Students
34.5
Full-Time Teachers
16.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Chandler Traditional Academy-Freedom
Demographic Student Count
White251
Hispanic137
Black15
Asian94
Two or More52
American Indian1
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    251 (45.6%)
  • Hispanic
    137 (24.9%)
  • Asian
    94 (17.1%)
  • Two or More
    52 (9.4%)
  • Black
    15 (2.7%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Chandler Unified District #80 (4242)
Phone: (480)224-2600
Website: http://www.cusd80.com/Domain/1152
Grade Range: Pre-K - 6th
Total Students: 551
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 34.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 29
Kindergarten 85
Grade 1 85
Grade 2 79
Grade 3 85
Grade 4 51
Grade 5 65
Grade 6 72

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Chandler Traditional Academy-Freedom
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten29
Kindergarten85
Grade 185
Grade 279
Grade 385
Grade 451
Grade 565
Grade 672
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Chandler Traditional Academy-Freedom
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female27349.5%
Male27850.5%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)