Neely Traditional Academy

About Neely Traditional Academy

Neely Traditional Academy is a public elementary school in the city of Atlanta, Georgia. It is part of the Atlanta Public Schools system and serves students in grades K-5. The school was founded in 1997 and is named after a long-time Atlanta resident, Mrs. Neely.
Neely Traditional Academy is committed to providing a quality education for all of its students. The school is focused on developing the whole child through a rigorous academic curriculum, character education, and extracurricular activities. The school has a strong emphasis on the arts, with students receiving instruction in music, art, and theater.
Neely Traditional Academy is dedicated to creating a safe and nurturing learning environment. The school has implemented a variety of programs to help students succeed, such as the Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) program. This program focuses on teaching students appropriate behavior, providing positive reinforcement, and encouraging good decision-making.
The school also has an active Parent Teacher Association (PTA) that meets regularly to discuss school events, fundraisers, and other activities. Parents are encouraged to become involved in their child’s education and are welcomed to attend PTA meetings.
Neely Traditional Academy is a great place for students to learn and grow. With a focus on academic excellence and character development, the school is committed to helping all students reach their full potential.

Address:	500 E Houston Ave Gilbert, AZ 85234
Phone:	(480) 892-2805
Site:	neely.gilbertschools.net
Grades:	Pre-K – 6
Enrollment:	752 students

Overview Neely Traditional Academy

Neely Traditional Academy serves 752 students in grades Prekindergarten-6.
Neely Traditional Academy placed in the top 1% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 5%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 32%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

Verdict on Neely Traditional Academy

Neely Traditional Academy is ranked within the top 1% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Neely Traditional Academy is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.