Serving 563 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Carol Rae Ranch Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 563 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carol Rae Ranch Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Carol Rae Ranch Elementary School's student population of 563 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
563 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carol Rae Ranch Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carol Rae Ranch Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#377 out of 1956 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
22%
47%
Black
3%
6%
White
64%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carol Rae Ranch Elementary School's ranking?
Carol Rae Ranch Elementary School is ranked #377 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Carol Rae Ranch Elementary School often compared to?
Carol Rae Ranch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Towne Meadows Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Carol Rae Ranch Elementary School?
563 students attend Carol Rae Ranch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Carol Rae Ranch Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carol Rae Ranch Elementary School?
Carol Rae Ranch Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Carol Rae Ranch Elementary School offer ?
Carol Rae Ranch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Carol Rae Ranch Elementary School part of?
Carol Rae Ranch Elementary School is part of Gilbert Unified District (4239) School District.
In what neighborhood is Carol Rae Ranch Elementary School located?
Carol Rae Ranch Elementary School is located in the Carol Rae Ranch neighborhood of Gilbert, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Carol Rae Ranch.
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