Serving 896 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, San Tan Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 896 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
San Tan 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
San Tan Elementary School's student population of 896 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
896 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
San Tan 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 San Tan Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#198 out of 1956 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
29%
48%
Black
3%
6%
White
62%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Tan Elementary School's ranking?
San Tan Elementary School is ranked #198 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are San Tan Elementary School often compared to?
San Tan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Higley Traditional Academy, Chaparral Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend San Tan Elementary School?
896 students attend San Tan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of San Tan Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of San Tan Elementary School?
San Tan Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does San Tan Elementary School offer ?
San Tan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is San Tan Elementary School part of?
San Tan Elementary School is part of Higley Unified School District (4248).
In what neighborhood is San Tan Elementary School located?
San Tan Elementary School is located in the San Tan Ranch neighborhood of Gilbert, AZ.
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