Serving 356 students in grades 3-5, Gilbert Intermediate School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 92% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 356 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 92% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Gilbert Intermediate School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Gilbert, IA school district, covering approximately 49 square miles. The typical drive to the school from anywhere within this area takes about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge being 6.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gilbert Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Gilbert Intermediate School's student population of 356 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
356 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gilbert Intermediate School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gilbert Intermediate School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#19 out of 1223 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.1%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gilbert Intermediate School's ranking?
Gilbert Intermediate School is ranked #19 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
92% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Gilbert Intermediate School?
356 students attend Gilbert Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Gilbert Intermediate School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gilbert Intermediate School?
Gilbert Intermediate School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gilbert Intermediate School offer ?
Gilbert Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gilbert Intermediate School part of?
Gilbert Intermediate School is part of Gilbert Comm School District.
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