Serving 574 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Rancho Gabriela ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 574 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20% in AZ)
- Reading Proficiency: 48%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rancho Gabriela ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Rancho Gabriela's student population of 574 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
574 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Rancho Gabriela is 0.66, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)48%
39%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
38%
49%
Black
9%
6%
White
44%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.3%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
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 schools are Rancho Gabriela often compared to?
Rancho Gabrielais often viewed alongside schools like Marley Park Elementary School, Imagine Rosefield by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Rancho Gabriela?
574 students attend Rancho Gabriela.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Rancho Gabriela students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rancho Gabriela?
Rancho Gabriela has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rancho Gabriela offer ?
Rancho Gabriela offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rancho Gabriela part of?
Rancho Gabriela is part of Dysart Unified District (4243).
In what neighborhood is Rancho Gabriela located?
Rancho Gabriela is located in the Rancho Gabriela neighborhood of Surprise, AZ.
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