Serving 451 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Islands Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Islands Elementary School serves the west part of Gilbert, AZ, covering an area of approximately 2 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with most living within about 0.9 miles of its edge and the furthest point being 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School News
- A Journey From Good to Great: Elevating Engaged Learning at Islands Elementary - 09/14/2026Our campus is on a continued journey to greatness. Islands has been an A-Rated school since 2021 and is dedicated to fostering a tight-knit campus family. Now, we are also ...moreactively working our way to greatness in education school-wide by not just learning, but learning how we learn.
Our journey begins in the brain. hide - The Dolphin’s Back-to-School Guide for Islands Elementary - 07/21/2026The first day of school is Tuesday, July 28. To help you start the year strong, we are sharing a BacktoSchool Guide for everything you need to stay connected, prepared, ...moreand ready for the best school year yet. hide
- Islands Elementary Honors the Late Ray Valenzuela: A Legacy of Sportsmanship, Respect, Honesty, and What It Means To Be a Friend - 04/24/2026On Tuesday, April 21st, Islands Elementary held their annual "Come Eat with Me" family lunch event to honor the memory of Ray Valenzuela, a longtime colleague, friend, and Islands PE ...moreteacher who passed away in 2023. hide
School Overview
Islands Elementary School's student population of 451 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
451 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. May 27, 2027
School Motto
Dolphins Swim Together
School Rankings
Islands Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Islands Elementary School is 0.67, which is more 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
#531 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
American Indian
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
41%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
6%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
39%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.9%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Teal and Yellow
School Mascot
Dolphin
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Our mission is to inspire, challenge and educate all students to achieve their full potential as lifelong learners.
- We have proudly been a part of educating young learners in Gilbert for over 30 years.Our school is a diverse community of students in pre-kindergarten through sixth grade, where we emphasize community, academic and personal growth, and accept no limits on student learning. We welcome support and involvement from parents and the community. We know it takes a village.
- We are proud to be an A-Rated School by the Arizona Department of Education.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Islands Elementary School's ranking?
Islands Elementary School is ranked #531 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Islands Elementary School often compared to?
Islands Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Anna Marie Jacobson Elementary School, Val Vista Lakes Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Islands Elementary School?
451 students attend Islands Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Islands Elementary School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Islands Elementary School?
Islands Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Islands Elementary School offer ?
Islands Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Islands Elementary School part of?
Islands Elementary School is part of Gilbert Unified District (4239).
In what neighborhood is Islands Elementary School located?
Islands Elementary School is located in the The Islands neighborhood of Gilbert, AZ.
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