Gilbert High School serves 2,295 students in grades 8-12.
Gilbert High 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 35% (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 34% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 39%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 2,295 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gilbert High School's student population of 2,295 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 104 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
2,295 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
104 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gilbert High 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 High School is 0.61, 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
#776 out of 1854 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
31%
47%
Black
4%
6%
White
54%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
76%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
8%
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 High School's ranking?
Gilbert High School is ranked #776 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?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gilbert High School?
The graduation rate of Gilbert High School is 89%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 76%.
How many students attend Gilbert High School?
2,295 students attend Gilbert High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Gilbert High School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gilbert High School?
Gilbert High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gilbert High School offer ?
Gilbert High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is Gilbert High School part of?
Gilbert High 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 Seniors
May 21, 2024 (Tuesday)
Last Day for Students, 1/2 Day K - 12
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)
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