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Candeo Schools

9965 W CALLE LEJOS PEORIA AZ 85383

Top 10% School in Arizona

Ranked 16 of 246 in Arizona

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About Candeo Schools

Candeo Schools, with campuses in Peoria and Scottsdale, is a highly regarded charter network offering a classical liberal arts education. The school maintains an “A” rating from the Arizona Department of Education, reflecting its strong academic standards and commitment to student success. Students consistently perform above state averages in math and reading, supported by rigorous coursework in literature, history, and science.

Parent satisfaction is notably high, with 97% rating the education as excellent or good, and 87% actively participating in school activities. Peoria’s family-friendly neighborhoods feature average home rents of around $1,900 per month. Candeo is often recognized among the best elementary schools in Arizona.

Candeo Schools Contact Information

Address

9965 W CALLE LEJOS PEORIA AZ 85383

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Phone

(623) 979-6500

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 74%
Reading 79%
State average proficiency is 74% in Math and 79% in Reading.
31
Full-time Teachers
19 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
603
Total Students
TOP 16 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Candeo Schools

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
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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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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:15 AM – 3:00 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:00 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 68.5%
Asian 12.3%
Hispanic 10.8%
Black 1.7%
Two+ Races 6.6%
Native Am. 0%
White
68.5%
Asian
12.3%
Hispanic
10.8%
Black
1.7%
Two+ Races
6.6%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 603
50.7%
306 Female
49.3%
297 Male

Student Population

603 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

145 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Candeo Schools emphasize classical academic rigor, preparing students for advanced learning and college readiness from early grades.

FAQ

Q: What is Candeo Schools' educational philosophy?

A: Candeo Schools utilizes a classical education model that emphasizes critical thinking and character development.

Q: Is Candeo Schools available in an online learning style?

A: Yes, Candeo Schools offers online learning opportunities.

Q: Are there extracurricular activities available at Candeo Schools?

A: Yes, students can participate in a variety of clubs and activities to expand their education.

Q: How does Candeo Schools support students in social-emotional development?

A: Candeo Schools integrates social-emotional learning across its curriculum and offers counseling services.

Q: Are parents able to check their child's academic progress with Candeo Schools?

A: Yes, parents can check their child's academic progress through an online portal.

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
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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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