Serving 647 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Towne Meadows 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 50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (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 41% 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: 647 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Towne Meadows Elementary School serves the northeast part of Gilbert, AZ, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. The school is easily accessible, with a typical drive time of 5-10 minutes and an average distance of 0.9 miles to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Upcoming Events and News
- Timmie’s Back-to-School Guide for Towne Meadows Elementary - 07/21/2026The first day of school is Tuesday, July 28. To help you start the year strong, Timmie is sharing a BacktoSchool Guide for everything you need to stay connected, prepared, ...moreand ready for the best school year yet. hide
- Meet the Gifted Education Team at Towne Meadows Elementary | Schedule a Tour! - 05/21/2026Meet the Gifted Education Team! Learn what students experience inside the classrooms of Mrs. Worthington, Mrs. Gioffre, Ms. Ogden, and Ms. Gonzales.
- Teachers Drive Student Engagement Through Practical Learning at the Gifted Academy - 05/20/2026At Towne Meadows Elementary, the Gifted Academy is defined by a teaching philosophy that prioritizes creative, outside-of-the-box thinking. Teachers in the Gifted Academy recognize that their students often possess a ...moredesire for deeper learning. To meet these needs, the teaching staff focuses on providing a highly integrated and hands-on educational experience. hide
- How the Gifted Academy at Towne Meadows Supports Gifted Learners in Grades 3-6 | Schedule a Tour! - 05/18/2026From project-based learning to strong family partnerships, the Gifted Academy at Towne Meadows Elementary creates an educational experience that helps students in grades 3-6 grow, explore, and thrive.
Top Rankings
Towne Meadows Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Towne Meadows Elementary School's student population of 647 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
647 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. May 27, 2027
School Motto
Focus on the Awesome
School Rankings
Towne Meadows 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 Towne Meadows Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#328 out of 1921 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
27%
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
59%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.2%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
41%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
10%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon and gGrey
School Mascot
Timberwolves
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Focus on the Awesome.
- Towne Meadows is a school where the staff loves the students, believes in them, inspires a love of learning, and challenges them to grow. We are also a school with fun traditions, innovative teaching and learning and are home to a Self-Contained Gifted program in 3rd-6th grade.The staff is dedicated to providing the best education possible for every individual student. We were recognized as an AEF A+ School of Excellence in 2019. Towne is a positive environment where we choose to Focus on the Awesome!
- 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 Towne Meadows Elementary School's ranking?
Towne Meadows Elementary School is ranked #328 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Towne Meadows Elementary School often compared to?
Towne Meadows Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carol Rae Ranch Elementary School, Madison Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Towne Meadows Elementary School?
647 students attend Towne Meadows Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Towne Meadows Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Towne Meadows Elementary School?
Towne Meadows Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Towne Meadows Elementary School offer ?
Towne Meadows Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Towne Meadows Elementary School part of?
Towne Meadows Elementary School is part of Gilbert Unified District (4239).
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