Serving 623 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Power Ranch Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 623 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Power Ranch Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Power Ranch Elementary School's student population of 623 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
623 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Power Ranch Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Power Ranch Elementary School is 0.50, which is less 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
#327 out of 1956 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
19%
47%
Black
4%
6%
White
68%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Power Ranch Elementary School's ranking?
Power Ranch Elementary School is ranked #327 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Power Ranch Elementary School often compared to?
Power Ranch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coronado Elementary School, Bridges Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Power Ranch Elementary School?
623 students attend Power Ranch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Power Ranch Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Power Ranch Elementary School?
Power Ranch Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Power Ranch Elementary School offer ?
Power Ranch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Power Ranch Elementary School part of?
Power Ranch Elementary School is part of Higley Unified School District (4248).
In what neighborhood is Power Ranch Elementary School located?
Power Ranch Elementary School is located in the Power Ranch neighborhood of Gilbert, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Power Ranch.
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