For the 2025-26 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 5,226 students in 85295, AZ.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85295, AZ are Ashland Elementary School, Higley Traditional Academy and American Leadership Academy Gilbert K-6. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 85295 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 85295, AZ have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85295, AZ Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ashland Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1945 S Ashland Ranch Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85295
(480) 917-9900
Gilbert, AZ 85295
(480) 917-9900
Gr: PK-6 | 758 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Higley Traditional Academy
(Math: 67% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3391 E Vest Ave
Gilbert, AZ 85295
(480) 279-6800
Gilbert, AZ 85295
(480) 279-6800
Gr: PK-8 | 793 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
American Leadership Academy Gilbert K-6
Charter School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3155 S San Tan Village Pkwy
Gilbert, AZ 85295
(480) 988-3204
Gilbert, AZ 85295
(480) 988-3204
Gr: K-6 | 630 students Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Spectrum Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2846 S Spectrum Way
Gilbert, AZ 85295
(480) 917-0117
Gilbert, AZ 85295
(480) 917-0117
Gr: PK-6 | 564 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #55.
Chaparral Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3380 E Frye Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85295
(480) 279-7900
Gilbert, AZ 85295
(480) 279-7900
Gr: K-8 | 749 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #66.
Higley Virtual Academy
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2935 S Recker Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85295
(480) 279-7000
Gilbert, AZ 85295
(480) 279-7000
Gr: K-12 | 102 students Student-teacher ratio: 51:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #77.
Gateway Pointe Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2069 South De La Torre Drive
Gilbert, AZ 85295
(480) 279-7700
Gilbert, AZ 85295
(480) 279-7700
Gr: PK-8 | 780 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #88.
Cooley Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1100 S Recker Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85295
(480) 279-8300
Gilbert, AZ 85295
(480) 279-8300
Gr: 6-8 | 850 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 85295, AZ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85295, AZ include Ashland Elementary School, Higley Traditional Academy and American Leadership Academy Gilbert K-6.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85295?
8 public elementary schools are located in 85295.
What is the racial composition of students in 85295?
85295 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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