Serving 518 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Gilbert Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 518 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gilbert Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Gilbert Elementary School's student population of 518 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
518 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gilbert Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gilbert Elementary School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2455 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
42%
12%
Hispanic
47%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
5%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gilbert Elementary School's ranking?
Gilbert Elementary School is ranked #2455 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Gilbert Elementary School often compared to?
Gilbert Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Faylane Elementary School, Walt Disney by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Gilbert Elementary School?
518 students attend Gilbert Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Gilbert Elementary School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gilbert Elementary School?
Gilbert Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Gilbert Elementary School offer ?
Gilbert Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Gilbert Elementary School part of?
Gilbert Elementary School is part of Garden Grove Unified School District.
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