Serving 222 students in grades 9-12, Leading Edge Gilbert Early College ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 222 students
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leading Edge Gilbert Early College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Leading Edge Gilbert Early College's student population of 222 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
222 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Leading Edge Gilbert Early College ranks within the top 20% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leading Edge Gilbert Early College is 0.59, 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
#354 out of 1956 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
27%
47%
Black
9%
6%
White
58%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leading Edge Gilbert Early College's ranking?
Leading Edge Gilbert Early College is ranked #354 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Leading Edge Gilbert Early College often compared to?
Leading Edge Gilbert Early Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Mesquite Jr High School, Chandler High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Leading Edge Gilbert Early College?
The graduation rate of Leading Edge Gilbert Early College is 90%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Leading Edge Gilbert Early College?
222 students attend Leading Edge Gilbert Early College.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Leading Edge Gilbert Early College students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What grades does Leading Edge Gilbert Early College offer ?
Leading Edge Gilbert Early College offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Leading Edge Gilbert Early College part of?
Leading Edge Gilbert Early College is part of LEAD Charter Schools (79967) School District.
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