KNOX GIFTED ACADEMY

Knox Gifted Academy is a public elementary school that is part of the Chandler Unified District #80 (4242) school district, located in Chandler, AZ with about 670 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 35 teachers, Knox Gifted Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Knox Gifted Academy, located in Chandler, Arizona, is a specialized K-6 elementary school within the Chandler Unified School District designed exclusively to meet the unique intellectual and social-emotional needs of gifted learners. The school employs a research-based, accelerated curriculum that emphasizes critical thinking, problem-solving, and creative exploration. By grouping gifted students together in a dedicated environment, Knox provides a peer group that encourages high-level academic discourse and collaborative inquiry, ensuring that students are consistently challenged beyond the standard grade-level expectations.

Beyond its rigorous academic programming, the school prioritizes the development of the "whole child" by fostering an environment that balances intense intellectual growth with social-emotional support. Knox Gifted Academy utilizes instructional strategies such as compacting, enrichment, and thematic units to allow students to delve deeply into their interests. With a strong commitment to innovation and personalized learning, the school serves as a flagship institution for gifted education in the region, preparing its students for success in advanced secondary programs and future academic endeavors.

For more information, contact Knox Gifted Academy at (480) 812-7000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.