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Candeo Peoria
Charter Elementary, Middle School
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Grade K-8
9965 W Calle Lejos,
Peoria, AZ
School Details
Head of School
Dr. Stephanie Musser
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Math Proficiency
74%
Reading Proficiency
79%
Niche Grade
A+
A+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Reading Proficiency
79%
Math Proficiency
74%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers
34
Full Time Teachers
31
Part Time Teachers
3
Teachers in First or Second Year
11.8%
GreatSchools Rating
10
10
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
Math
4%
State Average
44%
Science
68%
State Average
31%
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
145:1
Student Diversity
Female
50.7%
Male
49.3%
White
68.5%
Asian or Pacific Islander
12.3%
Hispanic
10.8%
Two or more races
6.6%
Black
1.7%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
School Rankings
#21
Best Charter MS in Arizona
#21
Best Public MS in Arizona
#25
Best Public MS Teachers in Arizona
Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
12/7/2021
Four Reasons not to enroll your child at Candeo. 1) In 2021 the school has fallen apart, the school has only focused on Academics and not on the whole child, they have sacrificed test scores over enriching a well rounded child. In past the school provided after school programs or clubs, but all of this has gone away in the last 3 years. Leaving students with no school engagement other than being in the classroom. 2) If you're a parent who likes to be involved in your child's school, this is not a place for you. Parents are not allowed to volunteer or be on a Parent Teacher Organization, they have blocked out all parents on campus as they see them as a threat. All of the parent sponsored events have vanished. 3) The teacher retention is low, it seems the entire elementary school has new teachers every 2 years. 4) The school discriminates against any children with Special needs and uses intimidation techniques to push children out of their school.
8/4/2019
The kids and scores are good, but the parents and administration are out of control. If you care about your overall well-being and sanity, do not work here. They talk a lot about building a positive culture, but instead they've built a culture of fear. They lost ~30% of their teachers last year. To my knowledge, Candeo has never had that significant of a teacher turnover rate. The school is a ticking time bomb, and I would not be surprised if it shuts down with in the next 10 years.
GreatSchools Reviews
7/30/2025
I devoted 11 years to this school—building relationships, creating a thriving drama program from the ground up, and believing deeply in the mission of education. All four of my children attended this school. So I hope you take this review seriously. DO NOT WORK HERE. I cannot recommend sending your...
7/19/2024
A word of caution. An acceptance into this school is not an acceptance. We were formally accepted on January 9th, 2024, made life plans, and purchases for uniforms and school supplies. We also unenrolled her from her current school only for the offer to be rescinded two weeks into summer vacation. D...
3/5/2024
My daughter has a deep passion for her school and continually strives to improve herself each day. It fills me with immense joy to witness her enthusiasm for learning, as the school has brought her so much happiness. I am amazed by the knowledge she has gained over the past four years, and I wouldn'...
10/15/2023
Prospective parents should check Candeo’s website and read about their Mission and Philosophy. It isn’t just a theoretical approach based on lofty principles – building a “breadth of knowledge and a true love of learning” is put in practice within weeks of starting at the school. How many 2nd or 3rd...
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List Price Range
$226K - $1.8M
Homes For Sale
1,091
Average Home Value
$629,818
Median Lot Size
6,969 Sq Ft
% Renters
24%
Household Income
$110,167
% of College Grads
35.3%
Median Age
42
Average House Size
2,416 Sq Ft
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Candeo Peoria is a charter school for students in grades K-8 located at 9965 W Calle Lejos in Peoria, in the Peoria neighborhood. The school has a total enrollment of 603 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 19:1. Academic records show that 74% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 79% are proficient in reading. Candeo Peoria has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 10 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $629,818. Discover additional schools in the area, like BASIS Peoria Primary, Glendale Preparatory Academy, Student Choice High School, and more. Learn more about what Peoria has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Candeo Peoria.