Sonoma Ranch Elementary School

601 N Key Biscayne Dr
Gilbert, AZ 85234
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Top 30%
Serving 466 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Sonoma Ranch Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% 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: 466 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 45%
  • : Top 30% in AZ
  • : 46% (Top 30%)
  • : 53% (Top 30%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 30%)
  • : Sonoma Ranch Elementary School serves the west part of Gilbert, AZ, covering an attendance zone of approximately 1.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of about 0.5 miles to the edge of the zone, which extends up to 1.5 miles from the school.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

School News

  • Summer Projects: Sonoma Ranch Elementary Updates Kitchen Facilities to Serve Stallions - 08/17/2026
    Learning and fun go hand in hand at Sonoma Ranch Elementary! Over the summer break, the GPS Operations team completed kitchen updates across our campus to refresh food preparation spaces. ...moreThese improvements ensure our campus remains a safe, well-equipped environment to engage, educate, and inspire our Stallions every day. hide
  • Sonoma Ranch Elementary Visits Assisted Living Center - 08/14/2026
    "I started thinking what it would be like to bring preschoolers into the center and share some singing and smiles together, to kind of bridge the gap between the littles ...moreand mature adults."
    Our Sonoma Ranch SPICE Preschool teacher, Betsy Marlinga, took her class to visit the local assisted living facility near the school, sharing that the experience was "pure happiness in the simplest form."
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  • The Stallion’s Back-to-School Guide for Sonoma Ranch Elementary - 07/21/2026
    The first day of school is Tuesday, July 28. To help you start the year strong, we are sharing a BacktoSchool Guide for everything you need to stay connected, prepared, ...moreand ready for the best school year yet. hide
  • Welcome to Sonoma Video: Hear from our Students and Families - 06/22/2026
    If you are new to Sonoma Ranch Elementary, we invite you to watch a recently featured district video that captures the vibrant, welcoming environment at our school.

School Overview

Sonoma Ranch Elementary School's student population of 466 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
466 students

Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers

Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓

School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. May 27, 2027
School Motto
We Engage, We Educate, We Inspire.

School Rankings

Sonoma Ranch Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sonoma Ranch Elementary School is 0.59, 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.
This School
State Level (AZ)
#463 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

46%
34%

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

53%
40%

Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

35-39%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1

Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓

American Indian
2%
5%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
3%
3%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
33%
49%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓

Black
2%
6%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓

White
55%
33%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
5%
4%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
45%
0.59

Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
21.9%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
41%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
10%

Showing 2011–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
School District Name

Sports

Colors
Teal and Grey
School Mascot
Stallion
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • We Engage, We Educate, We Inspire.
  • We focus on students' growth, both academically as well as socially and emotionally. Our teachers and staff work incredibly hard to meet the needs of our students every day.In elementary school, students learn how to be students, and that includes how to have fun while learning. Our school culture promotes a healthy balance of activities that allow students to build positive relationships and enjoy being a student. It is certainly fun to be a Stallion! Sonoma Ranch Elementary is an excellent school filled with amazing students, dedicated adults, and supportive families. At Sonoma Ranch, we are Stallion Strong!
  • We are proud to be an A-Rated School by the Arizona Department of Education and an A+ School of Excellence by the Arizona Education Foundation.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sonoma Ranch Elementary School's ranking?
Sonoma Ranch Elementary School is ranked #463 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Sonoma Ranch Elementary School often compared to?
Sonoma Ranch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Benjamin Franklin Charter School - Gilbert by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Sonoma Ranch Elementary School?
466 students attend Sonoma Ranch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Sonoma Ranch Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sonoma Ranch Elementary School?
Sonoma Ranch Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sonoma Ranch Elementary School offer ?
Sonoma Ranch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sonoma Ranch Elementary School part of?
Sonoma Ranch Elementary School is part of Gilbert Unified District (4239).
In what neighborhood is Sonoma Ranch Elementary School located?
Sonoma Ranch Elementary School is located in the Sonoma Ranch neighborhood of Gilbert, AZ.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 466 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 45%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 46% (Top 30%)
  • : 53% (Top 30%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 30%)
  • : Sonoma Ranch Elementary School serves the west part of Gilbert, AZ, covering an attendance zone of approximately 1.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of about 0.5 miles to the edge of the zone, which extends up to 1.5 miles from the school.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

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