For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 4,600 students in 85298, AZ (there are 2 private schools, serving 84 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 85298, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 85298, AZ are Weinberg Gifted Academy, Bridges Elementary School and Chandler Traditional Academy-freedom. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85298 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the Arizona public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85298, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85298, AZ Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Weinberg Gifted Academy
(Math: 90% | Reading: 92%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
5245 S Val Vista Dr
Gilbert, AZ 85298
(480) 812-6600
Gilbert, AZ 85298
(480) 812-6600
Grades: PK-6
| 748 students
Rank: #22.
Bridges Elementary School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5205 S Soboba St
Gilbert, AZ 85298
(480) 279-8700
Gilbert, AZ 85298
(480) 279-8700
Grades: K-6
| 776 students
Rank: #33.
Chandler Traditional Academy-freedom
(Math: 79% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6040 S Joslyn Ln
Gilbert, AZ 85298
(480) 224-2600
Gilbert, AZ 85298
(480) 224-2600
Grades: PK-6
| 626 students
Rank: #44.
Charlotte Patterson Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7520 S Adora Blvd
Gilbert, AZ 85298
(480) 224-3600
Gilbert, AZ 85298
(480) 224-3600
Grades: PK-6
| 800 students
Rank: #55.
Robert J.c. Rice Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1290 E Ocotillo Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85298
(480) 424-8500
Gilbert, AZ 85298
(480) 424-8500
Grades: PK-6
| 813 students
Rank: #66.
Riggs Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6930 S Seville Blvd W
Gilbert, AZ 85298
(480) 224-3400
Gilbert, AZ 85298
(480) 224-3400
Grades: PK-6
| 837 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 85298, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85298, AZ include Weinberg Gifted Academy, Bridges Elementary School and Chandler Traditional Academy-freedom.
How many public schools are located in 85298?
6 public schools are located in 85298.
What percentage of students in 85298 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 85298 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85298?
85298 public schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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