For the 2026-27 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 10,052 students in 85297, AZ (there are 4 private schools, serving 592 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 85297, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
The top-ranked public schools in 85297, AZ are Perry High School, Evit - Campo Verde High School and San Tan Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85297 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85297, AZ have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85297, AZ Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Perry High School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1919 E Queen Creek Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85297
(480) 224-2800
Gilbert, AZ 85297
(480) 224-2800
Gr: 8-12 | 2,373 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Evit - Campo Verde High School
Vocational School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3870 S Quartz St
Gilbert, AZ 85297
(480) 461-4000
Gilbert, AZ 85297
(480) 461-4000
Gr: 9-12 | 1 student
Rank: #33.
San Tan Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3443 E Calistoga Dr
Gilbert, AZ 85297
(480) 279-7200
Gilbert, AZ 85297
(480) 279-7200
Gr: PK-6 | 854 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #44.
Benjamin Franklin Charter School - Power
Charter School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
22951 S. Power Rd.
Gilbert, AZ 85297
(480) 677-8400
Gilbert, AZ 85297
(480) 677-8400
Gr: K-6 | 565 students Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #55.
Coronado Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4333 S Deanza Blvd
Gilbert, AZ 85297
(480) 279-6900
Gilbert, AZ 85297
(480) 279-6900
Gr: PK-8 | 536 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #66.
Centennial Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3507 S Ranch House Pkwy
Gilbert, AZ 85297
(480) 279-8200
Gilbert, AZ 85297
(480) 279-8200
Gr: PK-8 | 588 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #77.
Campo Verde High School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3870 S Quartz St
Gilbert, AZ 85297
(480) 545-3100
Gilbert, AZ 85297
(480) 545-3100
Gr: 9-12 | 1,863 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #88.
Quartz Hill Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3680 S Quartz St
Gilbert, AZ 85297
(480) 855-5732
Gilbert, AZ 85297
(480) 855-5732
Gr: PK-6 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #99.
Evit - Perry High School
Vocational School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 61% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1919 E Queen Creek Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85297
(480) 461-4000
Gilbert, AZ 85297
(480) 461-4000
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #1010.
Power Ranch Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4351 S Ranch House Pkwy
Gilbert, AZ 85297
(480) 279-7600
Gilbert, AZ 85297
(480) 279-7600
Gr: PK-8 | 509 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #1111.
Ball Charter Schools (Val Vista)
Charter School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4120 S Val Vista Dr
Gilbert, AZ 85297
(480) 656-5555
Gilbert, AZ 85297
(480) 656-5555
Gr: K-8 | 403 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 85297, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85297, AZ include Perry High School, Evit - Campo Verde High School and San Tan Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 85297?
12 public schools are located in 85297.
What percentage of students in 85297 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 85297 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85297?
85297 public schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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