Adams Traditional Academy

Summary:

Adams Traditional Academy is a public charter elementary school serving grades K-8 in Phoenix, Arizona, with a diverse student population of over 400 students. The school consistently ranks among the top elementary schools in the state, with exceptional academic performance and low dropout rates.

Adams Traditional Academy's students significantly outperform the state and district averages on standardized tests, with 66-80% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and Mathematics, compared to 28-46% statewide. The school's academic excellence extends across various subgroups, with top 10-20% rankings in the state for female, male, Asian, Hispanic, and multi-racial students. Additionally, the school maintains a very low free/reduced lunch rate of only 7.99%, much lower than the state average.

When compared to nearby public schools in the Deer Valley Unified District, Adams Traditional Academy stands out with 10-40 percentage point higher proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics. While the school has a diverse student population, the nearby public schools tend to have a higher proportion of Hispanic and African American students. Despite its higher academic performance, Adams Traditional Academy's spending per student, between $7,360 and $8,950, remains within a reasonable range.


Detail:

Public, Charter K-8

 2323 W Parkside Ln
       Phoenix, AZ  85027-1256


(602) 938-5517

District: Choice Academies Inc.

SchoolDigger Rank:
63rd of 912 Arizona Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $8,078 Help


Student/teacher ratio:  n/a Help
Number of students:  573

Racial breakdown:

Asian:
48.9%
White:
35.8%
Hispanic:
8.6%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  8% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Adams Traditional Academy ranks better than 93.1% of elementary schools in Arizona. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 91.67. (See more...)
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Compare Details Adams Traditional Academy ranks better than 88.9% of middle schools in Arizona. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 85.94. (See more...)
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The high school dropout rate measures the percentage of students who do not complete their high school education.
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: Asian (48.9%), White (35.8%), Hispanic (8.6%). (See more...)
Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Adams Traditional Academy is $8,078.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Adams Traditional Academy:

SchoolDigger ranks Adams Traditional Academy 63rd of 912 Arizona public elementary schools. (See Adams Traditional Academy in the ranking list.)

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SchoolDigger ranks Adams Traditional Academy 61st of 550 Arizona public middle schools. (See Adams Traditional Academy in the ranking list.)

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Choice Academies Inc.:

SchoolDigger ranks Choice Academies Inc. 35th of 297 Arizona school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Adams Traditional Academy

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Rank History for all elementary school students at Adams Traditional Academy

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2010 80.43 199th 1090 81.7%
2011 91.20 42nd 1075 96.1%
2012 86.65 78th 1141 93.2%
2013 90.52 31st 1158 97.3%
2014 87.12 110th 1079 89.8%
2015 96.51 18th 955 98.1%
2016 96.18 19th 1079 98.2%
2017 96.76 17th 1106 98.5%
2018 95.29 29th 1109 97.4%
2019 95.62 25th 1039 97.6%
2021 96.29 34th 1226 97.2%
2022 89.15 65th 1000 93.5%
2023 95.81 35th 1245 97.2%
2024 91.67 63rd 912 93.1%
See the entire list of Arizona Elementary School Rankings!

Rank History for elementary school Multi-racial students at Adams Traditional Academy

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 91.89 9th 1027 99.1%
2023 85.19 38th 617 93.8%
See the entire list of Best Arizona Elementary Schools for Multi-racial Students!

Rank History for elementary school English Language Learner students at Adams Traditional Academy

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 53.88 137th 975 85.9%
2023 80.68 65th 451 85.6%
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Rank History for elementary school Special Education students at Adams Traditional Academy

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 58.77 302nd 1201 74.9%
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Rank History for elementary school Female students at Adams Traditional Academy

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 93.85 36th 1023 96.5%
2019 87.22 72nd 862 91.6%
2021 89.17 109th 1219 91.1%
2022 77.16 137th 824 83.4%
2023 95.55 27th 1219 97.8%
2024 82.03 70th 602 88.4%
See the entire list of Best Arizona Elementary Schools for Female Students!

Rank History for elementary school Male students at Adams Traditional Academy

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 94.99 29th 1032 97.2%
2019 95.24 13th 850 98.5%
2021 96.00 27th 1220 97.8%
2022 85.81 66th 830 92.0%
2023 93.42 55th 1216 95.5%
2024 86.09 59th 628 90.6%
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Rank History for elementary school Asian students at Adams Traditional Academy

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 66.24 15th 33 54.5%
2019 39.37 21st 27 22.2%
2021 70.54 143rd 620 76.9%
2022 75.66 52nd 270 80.7%
2023 80.13 45th 316 85.8%
2024 22.80 27th 28 3.6%
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Rank History for elementary school Hispanic students at Adams Traditional Academy

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 73.41 220th 1198 81.6%
2022 79.36 111th 716 84.5%
2023 59.99 393rd 1170 66.4%
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Rank History for elementary school White students at Adams Traditional Academy

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 89.60 35th 720 95.1%
2019 85.07 42nd 595 92.9%
2021 86.38 81st 1161 93.0%
2022 66.32 214th 800 73.3%
2023 86.77 75th 1024 92.7%
2024 79.95 60th 486 87.7%
See the entire list of Best Arizona Elementary Schools for White Students!

Data source: test scores: Arizona Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

Rank History for Adams Traditional Academy

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Rank History for all middle school students at Adams Traditional Academy

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2010 73.07 168th 692 75.7%
2011 90.58 33rd 685 95.2%
2012 93.21 13th 772 98.3%
2013 93.95 8th 787 99.0%
2014 89.37 46th 690 93.3%
2015 87.62 49th 521 90.6%
2016 92.51 36th 677 94.7%
2017 94.87 27th 695 96.1%
2018 95.89 17th 711 97.6%
2019 94.70 18th 605 97.0%
2021 96.13 23rd 832 97.2%
2022 93.91 23rd 605 96.2%
2023 96.79 23rd 854 97.3%
2024 85.94 61st 550 88.9%
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Rank History for middle school Multi-racial students at Adams Traditional Academy

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 64.10 164th 650 74.8%
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Rank History for middle school English Language Learner students at Adams Traditional Academy

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 56.91 47th 606 92.2%
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Rank History for middle school Special Education students at Adams Traditional Academy

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 39.87 432nd 789 45.2%
2023 82.81 33rd 363 90.9%
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Rank History for middle school Female students at Adams Traditional Academy

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 93.47 25th 624 96.0%
2019 91.75 22nd 466 95.3%
2021 96.45 22nd 820 97.3%
2022 74.39 83rd 494 83.2%
2023 92.48 35th 806 95.7%
2024 87.82 33rd 386 91.5%
See the entire list of Best Arizona Elementary Schools for Female Students!

Rank History for middle school Male students at Adams Traditional Academy

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 95.42 21st 617 96.6%
2019 91.41 23rd 435 94.7%
2021 87.48 74th 818 91.0%
2022 94.73 12th 476 97.5%
2023 95.28 27th 810 96.7%
2024 75.56 64th 370 82.7%
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Rank History for middle school Asian students at Adams Traditional Academy

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 47.63 19th 31 38.7%
2021 65.89 121st 404 70.0%
2022 80.93 22nd 192 88.5%
2023 86.40 19th 247 92.3%
2024 10.56 27th 29 6.9%
See the entire list of Best Arizona Elementary Schools for Asian Students!

Rank History for middle school Hispanic students at Adams Traditional Academy

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 65.63 173rd 802 78.4%
2022 90.15 27th 392 93.1%
2023 83.20 72nd 760 90.5%
See the entire list of Best Arizona Elementary Schools for Hispanic Students!

Rank History for middle school White students at Adams Traditional Academy

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 93.49 15th 436 96.6%
2019 89.96 16th 337 95.3%
2021 93.62 18th 780 97.7%
2022 89.51 23rd 446 94.8%
2023 88.79 37th 675 94.5%
2024 69.36 62nd 288 78.5%
See the entire list of Best Arizona Elementary Schools for White Students!

Data source: test scores: Arizona Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Arizona Department of Education

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Reviews:
by a parent
Saturday, September 15, 2012

Open Quote This school is amazing! Next best thing to a private school. I'm really enjoying our time at this school. I have a kindergartner and he absolutely loves it. The teachers are very caring & supportive. They take the time to tell you EVERYTHING. My child had an asthma attack & school and I brought the nebulizer up there, his teacher sat in the nurse's office the entire time (while it was recess for her class). The principal calls you back in a timely fashion should you have any issues you need to bring to her attention. They have movie night's on some Friday evenings & math workshops to help you understand their math program (Singapore Math). I love the traditional approach to education. I love how they say the Pledge of Allegiance every morning. And the Spalding program to teach your child how to read is the BEST! Close Quote


by a parent
Wednesday, May 23, 2012

Open Quote Our children have been enrolled at this school since they opened in 2009. There are some exceptional teachers here and I like the smaller class sizes. However, despite being a public charter school (not a private school!), the administration is very clearly focused on the excelling students, only. If your child is average or below average, they will be overlooked and ignored. If your child has special needs, you should prepare to babysit the administration in an attempt to make them do their jobs. It's very likely we will pull our children out. Even though our children are doing well, I don't believe it's appropriate or fair to give less time, attention or focus on children who need help. Close Quote


by a parent
Thursday, August 4, 2011

Open Quote I have three children at ATA. What amazes me the most about Adams is how they truly uphold the definition of Traditional. Not only do my children receive a fundamentally well rounded scholastic approach to learning, but our FAMILY also receives the respect, support and personal connection which simply does not exist in the large public schools. Teachers, principal and staff all work together with the parents to guide children in a positive, challenging direction.

One of my children is a child who was falling through the cracks in the public system. At ATA she is truly known, respected for who she really is and held accountable for her choices. I am so very grateful to have found this wonderful school!! Close Quote


by a parent
Friday, June 10, 2011

Open Quote I pulled my son out of a public school after taking the tour at ATA. When he was at the public school, he got in trouble because he was bored. At ATA, he has been challenged. He was in 1st grade and was starting to learn time tables. He was required to read 10 books in 1st grade and do book reports on them. He had to memorize poems, learned basic world history, and had art, music, and technology classes. Next year (in 2nd grade), he will be learning cursive and Latin. He's been much happier since going to ATA. I would definitely recommend this school. Close Quote


by a parent on FaceBook
Friday, May 13, 2011

Open Quote We have two girls that go to ATA. We have been thoroughly pleased with the education they are receiving. Great Principal, good teachers, and all around wonderful environment. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Adams Traditional Academy

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2010 171 12 14 14 2 n/a n/a 0 213
2011 295 16 35 38 1 5 15 0 405
2012 405 11 43 43 4 3 24 0 533
2013 494 13 66 65 6 1 36 0 681
2014 599 12 114 83 3 1 44 0 856
2015 571 13 152 75 4 0 39 0 854
2016 552 18 175 48 6 1 29 0 829
2017 484 12 220 55 3 1 25 0 800
2018 395 10 165 48 2 1 25 0 646
2019 328 16 189 50 2 0 24 0 609
2020 294 18 207 46 4 1 28 0 598
2021 251 13 188 51 3 1 29 0 536
2022 243 15 186 54 3 1 27 0 529
2023 253 17 252 49 0 1 29 0 601
2024 205 15 280 49 0 2 22 0 573

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Adams Traditional Academy

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2010 213 n/a n/a 23.9
2011 405 n/a n/a 9.6
2012 533 n/a n/a n/a
2013 681 n/a n/a n/a
2014 856 n/a n/a n/a
2015 854 n/a n/a 0
2016 829 n/a n/a n/a
2017 800 n/a n/a n/a
2018 646 n/a n/a 6.8
2019 609 n/a n/a 4.9
2020 598 n/a n/a 6.7
2021 536 n/a n/a n/a
2022 529 n/a n/a 6.6
2023 601 n/a n/a 8
2024 573 n/a n/a n/a

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Adams Traditional Academy

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2010 213 n/a n/a 23.9
2011 405 n/a n/a 9.6
2012 533 n/a n/a n/a
2013 681 n/a n/a n/a
2014 856 n/a n/a n/a
2015 854 n/a n/a 0
2016 829 n/a n/a n/a
2017 800 n/a n/a n/a
2018 646 n/a n/a 6.8
2019 609 n/a n/a 4.9
2020 598 n/a n/a 6.7
2021 536 n/a n/a n/a
2022 529 n/a n/a 6.6
2023 601 n/a n/a 8
2024 573 n/a n/a n/a

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Adams Traditional Academy

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YearPersonnel Expenditures from Federal FundsNon-Personnel Expenditures from Federal FundsTotal Expenditures from Federal FundsPersonnel Expenditures from State and Local FundsNon-Personnel Expenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $178 (2.0%) $04 (0.0%) $360 (4.0%) $4,901 (54.8%) $3,868 (43.2%) $8,769 (98.0%) $8,950
2020 $00 (0.0%) n/a n/a $5,490 (70.3%) $2,323 (29.7%) $7,813 (100.0%) $7,813
2021 $574 (7.8%) $486 (6.6%) $1,634 (22.2%) $4,722 (64.2%) $1,577 (21.4%) $6,299 (85.6%) $7,360
2022 $65 (0.8%) $433 (5.4%) $563 (7.0%) $5,812 (71.9%) $1,768 (21.9%) $7,579 (93.8%) $8,078

Data source: Arizona Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Adams Traditional Academy

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

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Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 25th of 1039 Elementary schoolsRanks 35th of 1245 Elementary schools
 0.4%
Ranks 18th of 605 Middle schoolsRanks 23rd of 854 Middle schools
 0.3%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students609601
 1.3%
African American1617
 6.3%
American Indian20
 100%
Asian189252
 33.3%
Hispanic5049
 2%
Pacific Islander01
White328253
 22.9%
Two or More Races2429
 20.8%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients4.9%8%
 3.1%


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Frequently Asked Questions about Adams Traditional Academy

Students at Adams Traditional Academy are 49% Asian, 36% White, 9% Hispanic, 4% Two or more races, 3% African American.

In the 2023-24 school year, 573 students attended Adams Traditional Academy.

Yes. Adams Traditional Academy ranks in the top 6.9% of Arizona elementary schools.


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