Serving 732 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Rancho Gabriela ranks in the top 50% 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 42% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 732 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rancho Gabriela's student population of 732 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
732 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rancho Gabriela ranks within the top 50% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rancho Gabriela is 0.62, 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
#559 out of 1854 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
32%
47%
Black
5%
6%
White
52%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rancho Gabriela's ranking?
Rancho Gabriela is ranked #559 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Rancho Gabriela often compared to?
Rancho Gabrielais often viewed alongside schools like Marley Park Elementary School, Ashton Ranch Middle School, Canyon Ridge School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Rancho Gabriela?
732 students attend Rancho Gabriela.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Rancho Gabriela students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rancho Gabriela?
Rancho Gabriela has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rancho Gabriela offer ?
Rancho Gabriela offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Rancho Gabriela part of?
Rancho Gabriela is part of Dysart Unified District (4243) School District.
In what neighborhood is Rancho Gabriela located?
Rancho Gabriela is located in the Rancho Gabriela neighborhood of Surprise, AZ.
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