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Legacy Traditional School - Gilbert K-8

2747 S RECKER RD GILBERT AZ 85295

Top 10% School in Arizona

Ranked 53 of 246 in Arizona

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About Legacy Traditional School - Gilbert K-8

Legacy Traditional School - Gilbert distinguishes itself as one of Gilbert's highest-performing K-8 charter schools by providing a tuition-free education devoted to academic excellence, strong character development, and the complete education of the whole child. The Gilbert school has an A rating in the Legacy family of schools and consistently holds students to the highest standards in math and reading, with student proficiency levels well above the state average. This is due, in part, to the rigorous curriculum; however, they also value providing students with a well-rounded education that includes the arts, athletics, and extracurricular activities that engage students mentally while building their character.

Families appreciate the structured environment that includes uniforms and before and after-care programs. Also, with an average home rent in Gilbert of around $2,200, this community presents an excellent option for families looking for the best elementary school in Arizona.

Legacy Traditional School - Gilbert K-8 Contact Information

Address

2747 S RECKER RD GILBERT AZ 85295

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Phone

(480) 397-9260

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 56%
Reading 66%
State average proficiency is 56% in Math and 66% in Reading.
21 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
20
Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)
1163
Total Students
TOP 53 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Legacy Traditional School - Gilbert K-8

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:00 AM – 2:55 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:45 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 49.2%
Asian 10.1%
Hispanic 24.2%
Black 6%
Two+ Races 9.7%
Native Am. 1%
White
49.2%
Asian
10.1%
Hispanic
24.2%
Black
6%
Two+ Races
9.7%
Native Am.
1%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 1163
48.9%
569 Female
51.1%
594 Male

Student Population

1163 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Legacy Traditional Schools celebrated earning an 'A' rating for the 2024 school year as well as being accredited by Cognia in January 2025 with distinction for academics and athletics.

FAQ

Q1: Is a full-day kindergarten option available at Legacy Traditional School?

A1: Absolutely, Legacy Traditional School offers a free full-day kindergarten for young learners to flourish and prepare for future academic success.


Q2: What is the school's policy regarding student absences?

A2: When a student has an absence, they will have to submit any necessary makeup work by Sunday at 11:59 PM; more extended absences that are unexcused may lead to an involuntary withdrawal of enrollment at ten consecutive absence days.


Q3: Does Legacy Traditional School have a specific discipline policy?

A3: Certainly! Legacy has a focus on responses to student misconduct outlined in a consequence chart in order to maintain a respectful and orderly student environment.


Q4: How does Legacy Traditional School cater to children with disabilities?

A4: The school meets Section 504 Rehabilitation Act obligations, which requires identifying, evaluating, and modifying for students with disabilities.


Q5: Are there resources available to parents at Legacy Traditional School?

A5: Yes, the school has a handbook, an FAQ page, and links for community resources to help parents support students.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
ML

Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

PS

The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

WR

The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

S

The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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