Top 5 Best 85296 Arizona Public High Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 7 public high schools serving 5,210 students in 85296, AZ.
The top ranked public high schools in 85296, AZ are Gps Global Academy, Highland High School and Leading Edge Online. 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 40% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 41% 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 83%, which is more than the Arizona average of 76%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Highland High School, with 96% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arizona or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).

Best 85296, AZ Public High Schools (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Gps Global Academy
(Math: 47% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
140 S Gilbert Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85296
(480) 507-1476
Grades: K-12
| 711 students
Rank: #22.
Highland High School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
4301 E Guadalupe Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85296
(480) 813-0051
Grades: 8-12
| 3,146 students
Rank: #33.
Leading Edge Online
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
633 E Ray Rd Ste 132
Gilbert, AZ 85296
(480) 257-5362
Grades: K-12
| 205 students
Rank: #44.
Leading Edge Gilbert Early College
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
717 W Ray Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85296
(480) 545-8011
Grades: 9-12
| 222 students
Rank: #55.
Leading Edge At East Mesa
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
10115 E University Dr
Gilbert, AZ 85296
(480) 984-5646
Grades: K-12
| 249 students
Rank: #66.
Learning Foundation And Performing Arts Gilbert
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1120 S. Gilbert Rd.
Gilbert, AZ 85296
(480) 635-9400
Grades: 7-12
| 403 students
Rank: #77.
Desert Hills High School
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1515 S Val Vista Dr
Gilbert, AZ 85296
(480) 813-1151
Grades: 9-12
| 274 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 85296 Arizona

85296, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
14919 South Gilbert Road
Gilbert, AZ 85296
(480) 323-8202
Grades: K-8
| 111 students
140 South Gilbert Road
Gilbert, AZ 85296
(480) 497-3300
Grades: 7-8
| 6 students
140 S. Gilbert Rd.
Gilbert, AZ 85296
(480) 507-0519
Grades: 5-8
| 40 students
140 S. Gilbert Rd.
Gilbert, AZ 85296
(480) 497-3462
Grades: K-12
| 30 students
505 S Gilbert Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85296
(480) 635-0386
Grades: K-2
| 29 students
14919 S. Gilbert Road
Gilbert, AZ 85296
(480) 855-2700
Grades: K-5
| 508 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public high schools in 85296, AZ?
The top ranked public high schools in 85296, AZ include Gps Global Academy, Highland High School and Leading Edge Online.
How many public high schools are located in 85296, AZ?
7 public high schools are located in 85296, AZ.
What is the racial composition of students in 85296, AZ?
85296, AZ public high schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).

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