Serving 653 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Knox Gifted Academy ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 93% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 97% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 653 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Math Proficiency: 93% (Top 1% in AZ)
- Reading Proficiency: 97%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Knox Gifted Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Knox Gifted Academy's student population of 653 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
653 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Knox Gifted Academy is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
93%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)97%
39%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
51%
3%
Hispanic
10%
49%
Black
1%
6%
White
30%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
93% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 97% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Knox Gifted Academy?
653 students attend Knox Gifted Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Knox Gifted Academy students are Asian, 30% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Knox Gifted Academy?
Knox Gifted Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Knox Gifted Academy offer ?
Knox Gifted Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Knox Gifted Academy part of?
Knox Gifted Academy is part of Chandler Unified District #80 (4242).
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