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 (2026)
- 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
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
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
41%
49%
Black
6%
6%
White
39%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.9%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
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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