Serving 780 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Gateway Pointe Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 780 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gateway Pointe Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Gateway Pointe Elementary School's student population of 780 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
780 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gateway Pointe Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gateway Pointe Elementary School is 0.68, which is more 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
#689 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
30%
48%
Black
11%
6%
White
46%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gateway Pointe Elementary School's ranking?
Gateway Pointe Elementary School is ranked #689 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Gateway Pointe Elementary School often compared to?
Gateway Pointe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Higley Traditional Academy, Coronado Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Gateway Pointe Elementary School?
780 students attend Gateway Pointe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Gateway Pointe Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gateway Pointe Elementary School?
Gateway Pointe Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gateway Pointe Elementary School offer ?
Gateway Pointe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Gateway Pointe Elementary School part of?
Gateway Pointe Elementary School is part of Higley Unified School District (4248).
In what neighborhood is Gateway Pointe Elementary School located?
Gateway Pointe Elementary School is located in the Gateway Village neighborhood of Gilbert, AZ.
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