Serving 770 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 58% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). 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 18:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% 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: 770 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Riggs Elementary serves the east part of Gilbert, AZ, covering an area of approximately 2 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.7 miles away.
- 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 770 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
770 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Rankings
Riggs Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riggs Elementary School is 0.54, which is less 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
#210 out of 1921 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
64%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.9%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
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 #210 out of 1,921 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?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
770 students attend Riggs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Riggs Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 9% 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 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Riggs Elementary School offer ?
Riggs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Riggs Elementary School part of?
Riggs Elementary School is part of Chandler Unified District #80 (4242).
In what neighborhood is Riggs Elementary School located?
Riggs Elementary School is located in the Seville neighborhood of Gilbert, AZ.
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