Serving 800 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Riggs Elementary School 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 62% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 800 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riggs Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Riggs Elementary School's student population of 800 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
800 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Riggs Elementary School 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 Riggs Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#208 out of 1956 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
17%
47%
Black
3%
6%
White
73%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riggs Elementary School's ranking?
Riggs Elementary School is ranked #208 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Riggs Elementary School?
800 students attend Riggs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Riggs Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riggs Elementary School?
Riggs Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Riggs Elementary School offer ?
Riggs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Riggs Elementary School part of?
Riggs Elementary School is part of Chandler Unified District #80 (4242) School District.
In what neighborhood is Riggs Elementary School located?
Riggs Elementary School is located in the Seville neighborhood of Gilbert, AZ.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School for Students
July 16, 2025 (Wednesday)
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