For the 2026-27 school year, there are 8 public high schools serving 4,240 students in 85296, AZ.
The top-ranked public high schools in 85296, AZ are Highland High School, Leading Edge Academy Gilbert Early College and Leading Edge Academy At East Mesa. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 85296 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 45% statewide average). High schools in 85296, AZ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arizona public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 85296 have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is more than the Arizona average of 78%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Highland High School, with 93% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arizona or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85296, AZ Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Highland High School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4301 E Guadalupe Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85296
(480) 813-0051
Gilbert, AZ 85296
(480) 813-0051
Gr: 8-12 | 2,992 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Leading Edge Academy Gilbert Early College
Charter School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
717 W Ray Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85296
(480) 545-8011
Gilbert, AZ 85296
(480) 545-8011
Gr: 7-12 | 194 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #33.
Leading Edge Academy At East Mesa
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10115 E University Dr
Gilbert, AZ 85296
(480) 984-5646
Gilbert, AZ 85296
(480) 984-5646
Gr: K-12 | 211 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #44.
Learning Foundation And Performing Arts Gilbert
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1120 S. Gilbert Rd.
Gilbert, AZ 85296
(480) 635-9400
Gilbert, AZ 85296
(480) 635-9400
Gr: 7-12 | 259 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #55.
Leading Edge Academy Online
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
633 E Ray Rd Ste 132
Gilbert, AZ 85296
(480) 257-5362
Gilbert, AZ 85296
(480) 257-5362
Gr: K-12 | 70 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #66.
Desert Hills High School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1515 S Val Vista Dr
Gilbert, AZ 85296
(480) 813-1151
Gilbert, AZ 85296
(480) 813-1151
Gr: 9-12 | 231 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: n/an/a
140 S Gilbert Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85296
(480) 507-0519
Gilbert, AZ 85296
(480) 507-0519
Gr: 7-12 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: n/an/a
Evit - American Leadership Academy Gilbert North
Vocational School
1070 S Higley Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85296
(480) 344-9895
Gilbert, AZ 85296
(480) 344-9895
Gr: 9-12
85296, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
14919 South Gilbert Road
Gilbert, AZ 85296
(480) 323-8202
Gilbert, AZ 85296
(480) 323-8202
Gr: K-8 | 111 students Minority enrollment: 24%
140 South Gilbert Road
Gilbert, AZ 85296
(480) 497-3300
Gilbert, AZ 85296
(480) 497-3300
Gr: 7-8 | 6 students Minority enrollment: 33%
140 S. Gilbert Rd.
Gilbert, AZ 85296
(480) 507-0519
Gilbert, AZ 85296
(480) 507-0519
Gr: 5-8 | 40 students Minority enrollment: 43%
140 S. Gilbert Rd.
Gilbert, AZ 85296
(480) 497-3462
Gilbert, AZ 85296
(480) 497-3462
Gr: K-12 | 30 students Minority enrollment: 17%
505 S Gilbert Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85296
(480) 635-0386
Gilbert, AZ 85296
(480) 635-0386
Gr: K-2 | 29 students Minority enrollment: 24%
5761 E. Brown Rd.
Gilbert, AZ 85296
(480) 807-1100
Gilbert, AZ 85296
(480) 807-1100
Gr: K-8 | 97 students Minority enrollment: 64%
West Gilbert Charter Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
14919 S. Gilbert Road
Gilbert, AZ 85296
(480) 855-2700
Gilbert, AZ 85296
(480) 855-2700
Gr: K-5 | 508 students Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 85296, AZ?
The top-ranked public high schools in 85296, AZ include Highland High School, Leading Edge Academy Gilbert Early College and Leading Edge Academy At East Mesa.
How many public high schools are located in 85296?
8 public high schools are located in 85296.
What is the racial composition of students in 85296?
85296 public high schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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