Gilbert Elementary School serves 574 students in grades Prekindergarten-6.
Gilbert Elementary School placed in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 32%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 574 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gilbert Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Gilbert Elementary School's student population of 574 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
574 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gilbert Elementary School is ranked within the top 50% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Gilbert Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#596 out of 1854 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
55%
47%
Black
4%
6%
White
32%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gilbert Elementary School's ranking?
Gilbert Elementary School is ranked #596 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Gilbert Elementary School?
574 students attend Gilbert Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Gilbert Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gilbert Elementary School?
Gilbert Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gilbert Elementary School offer ?
Gilbert Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Gilbert Elementary School part of?
Gilbert Elementary School is part of Gilbert Unified District (4239) School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break
March 11, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 18, 2024 (Monday)
Last Day for Students, 1/2 Day K - 12 (11:55 Dismissal)
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)
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