Serving 588 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Centennial Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 588 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Centennial Elementary School serves the southeast part of Gilbert, AZ, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Centennial Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Centennial Elementary School's student population of 588 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
588 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
Average Class Size
25 students
School Rankings
Centennial Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Centennial Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#217 out of 1921 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
62%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.9%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centennial Elementary School's ranking?
Centennial Elementary School is ranked #217 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Centennial Elementary School often compared to?
Centennial Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coronado Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Centennial Elementary School?
588 students attend Centennial Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Centennial Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Centennial Elementary School?
Centennial Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Centennial Elementary School offer ?
Centennial Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Centennial Elementary School part of?
Centennial Elementary School is part of Higley Unified School District (4248).
In what neighborhood is Centennial Elementary School located?
Centennial Elementary School is located in the Power Ranch neighborhood of Gilbert, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Power Ranch.
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