For the 2024-25 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 5,373 students in 85295, AZ.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85295, AZ are Ashland Elementary School, American Leadership Academy Gilbert K-6 and Spectrum Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 85295 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 85295, AZ have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85295, AZ Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ashland Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1945 S Ashland Ranch Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85295
(480) 917-9900
Gilbert, AZ 85295
(480) 917-9900
Grades: PK-6
| 817 students
Rank: #22.
American Leadership Academy Gilbert K-6
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3155 S San Tan Village Pkwy
Gilbert, AZ 85295
(480) 988-3204
Gilbert, AZ 85295
(480) 988-3204
Grades: K-6
| 641 students
Rank: #33.
Spectrum Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2846 S Spectrum Way
Gilbert, AZ 85295
(480) 917-0117
Gilbert, AZ 85295
(480) 917-0117
Grades: PK-6
| 584 students
Rank: #44.
Higley Traditional Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3391 E Vest Ave
Gilbert, AZ 85295
(480) 279-6800
Gilbert, AZ 85295
(480) 279-6800
Grades: PK-8
| 761 students
Rank: #55.
Chaparral Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3380 E Frye Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85295
(480) 279-7900
Gilbert, AZ 85295
(480) 279-7900
Grades: K-8
| 806 students
Rank: #66.
Higley Virtual Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2935 S Recker Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85295
(480) 279-7000
Gilbert, AZ 85295
(480) 279-7000
Grades: K-12
| 124 students
Rank: #77.
Cooley Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1100 S Recker Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85295
(480) 279-8300
Gilbert, AZ 85295
(480) 279-8300
Grades: 6-8
| 873 students
Rank: #88.
Gateway Pointe Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2069 South De La Torre Drive
Gilbert, AZ 85295
(480) 279-7700
Gilbert, AZ 85295
(480) 279-7700
Grades: PK-8
| 767 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 85295, AZ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85295, AZ include Ashland Elementary School, American Leadership Academy Gilbert K-6 and Spectrum Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85295?
8 public elementary schools are located in 85295.
What is the racial composition of students in 85295?
85295 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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