For the 2024-25 school year, there are 18 public schools serving 10,787 students in 85234, AZ (there are 7 private schools, serving 929 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 85234, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 85234, AZ are Gilbert Classical Academy 7-12, Neely Traditional Academy and Challenger Basic School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85234 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Arizona public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85234, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85234, AZ Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Gilbert Classical Academy 7-12
Magnet School
(Math: 88% | Reading: 94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
55 N Greenfield Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 497-4034
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 497-4034
Grades: 7-12
| 596 students
Rank: #22.
Neely Traditional Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
500 E Houston Ave
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 892-2805
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 892-2805
Grades: PK-6
| 805 students
Rank: #33.
Challenger Basic School
Charter School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1315 N Greenfield Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 830-1750
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 830-1750
Grades: K-6
| 345 students
Rank: #44.
Greenfield Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2550 E Elliot Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 892-2801
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 892-2801
Grades: PK-6
| 969 students
Rank: #55.
Patterson Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1211 E Guadalupe Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 892-2803
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 892-2803
Grades: PK-6
| 567 students
Rank: #66.
Highland Park Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
230 N Cole Ct
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 832-3034
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 832-3034
Grades: PK-6
| 819 students
Rank: #77.
Gilbert High School
Magnet School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1101 E Elliot Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 497-0177
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 497-0177
Grades: 7-12
| 2,354 students
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
Pioneer Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1535 N Greenfield Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 892-2022
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 892-2022
Grades: PK-8
| 416 students
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
Towne Meadows Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1101 N Recker Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 854-1545
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 854-1545
Grades: PK-6
| 663 students
Rank: #1010.
Carol Rae Ranch Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3777 E Houston Ave
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 507-1359
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 507-1359
Grades: PK-6
| 586 students
Rank: #1111.
Val Vista Lakes Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1030 N Blue Grotto Dr
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 926-6301
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 926-6301
Grades: PK-6
| 498 students
Rank: #1212.
Evit - Highland High School
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 56% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4301 E Guadalupe Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 461-4000
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 461-4000
Grades: 9-12
| 2 students
Rank: #1313.
Sonoma Ranch Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
601 N Key Biscayne Dr
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 497-9343
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 497-9343
Grades: PK-6
| 483 students
Rank: #1414.
Burk Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
545 N Burk St
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 926-3816
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 926-3816
Grades: PK-6
| 481 students
Rank: #1515.
San Tan Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3959 E Elliot Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 222-0811
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 222-0811
Grades: K-12
| 867 students
Rank: #1616.
Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Gilbert Arts Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
862 E Elliot Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 325-6100
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 325-6100
Grades: K-8
| 176 students
Rank: #1717.
Evit - Gilbert High School
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1101 E Elliot Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 461-4000
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 461-4000
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: #1818.
Freedom Prep Academy - Mesa
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
465 N Bluejay Dr
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 256-2642
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 256-2642
Grades: 7-12
| 160 students
85234, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Franklin Arts Academies - Gilbert Campus (Closed 2009)
Charter School
862 East Elliot Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 317-3113
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 317-3113
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
55 N. Greenfield Road
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 497-4024
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 497-4024
Grades: 7-8
| n/a students
1016 N. Burk Street
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 497-4024
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 497-4024
Grades: 6-8
| 236 students
1016 N. Burk
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 497-3300
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 497-3300
Grades: 6-8
| 444 students
55 N. Greenfield
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 558-5131
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 558-5131
Grades: PK
| 15 students
55 N Greenfield Road
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 507-1476
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 507-1476
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
500 E Houston Ave
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 497-9790
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 497-9790
Grades: PK-6
| 377 students
Leading Edge Academy At Heritage (Closed 2013)
Charter School
919 East Guadalupe Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 633-0414
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 633-0414
Grades: K-6
| 129 students
Leading Edge Academy San Tan (Closed 2018)
Charter School
7377 W. Hunt Hwy.
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 882-1631
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 882-1631
Grades: 6-8
| 43 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 85234, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85234, AZ include Gilbert Classical Academy 7-12, Neely Traditional Academy and Challenger Basic School.
How many public schools are located in 85234?
18 public schools are located in 85234.
What percentage of students in 85234 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 85234 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85234?
85234 public schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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