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#614 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 31% in state

Gilbert High School

High School · Gilbert Unified District (4239)

1101 E ELLIOT RD, Gilbert, AZ 85234

Enrollment

2,334

Student-Teacher

19.4:1

Score

7.3

Grades

7th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#614 of 2,006

In Gilbert

#47 of 67

public schools

In district

#28 of 38

Gilbert Unified District (4239)

Academic performance

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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About Gilbert High School

Gilbert High School is a public high school in Gilbert, AZ, part of Gilbert Unified District (4239). Gilbert High School serves approximately 2,334 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 19.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Gilbert High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #614 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Gilbert High School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

What's said publicly about Gilbert High School

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Gilbert High School (GHS) is the oldest public high school in Gilbert, Arizona, and is part of the Gilbert Public Schools district 2 . The school opened in 1918 and celebrated its 100th graduating class in 2017 2 . During the 2018–19 academic year, it enrolled 2,051 students in grades 9–12 and operates on a traditional school calendar 2 . The school's colors are black and gold, and its athletic teams are known as the Tigers 2 .
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How it compares0.3 pts below district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.6
  • AZ avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Gilbert High School is a large school: 2,334 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.

46% of students at Gilbert High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.53 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.5Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency58% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency53% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency56% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+7.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile77th
College Readiness8.9Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate89%
AP Participation19%
IB ProgramYes
Resources & Environment5.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,928
Chronic Absenteeism45.6%

Gilbert High School — Students at Gilbert High School score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 57.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 62.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
79%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
80%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
73%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
79%
ELA
93%
2014
Math
60%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
18%
ELA
40%
2016
Math
45%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
58%
2018
Math
54%
ELA
56%
2019
Math
54%
ELA
56%
2020*
Math
35%
ELA
34%
2021*
Math
35%
ELA
34%
2022
Math
58%
ELA
53%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.3/10.

How Gilbert High School Compares

See how Gilbert High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
69th percentile in AZ
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
5.7/10
Average
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.8
Sports
20
8 boys' · 12 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
120 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
45.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered IB Programme
19% participation·State avg: 2.8 AP courses·50 IB enrolled·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics20sports offered
8 boys'·12 girls'·39 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1101 E ELLIOT RD, Gilbert, AZ 85234

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Gilbert High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Gilbert Classical Academy 7-12 (rated 9.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Desert Hills High School (rated 3.8/10, 1.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Gilbert, see our Gilbert schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
EVIT - Gilbert High School Gilbert 0.0 mi
Mesquite Elementary School Gilbert 0.3 mi 8.5
Kaizen Education Foundation dba Gilbert Arts Academy Gilbert 0.3 mi 5.5
Patterson Elementary School Gilbert 1.1 mi 8.8
Burk Elementary School Gilbert 1.1 mi 8.1
Sonoma Ranch Elementary School Gilbert 1.3 mi 7.6
Finley Farms Elementary Gilbert 1.4 mi 8.1
Settlers Point Elementary Gilbert 1.6 mi 8.1
GREENHOUSE MONTESSORI Gilbert 1.4 mi
Val Vista Lakes Elementary School Gilbert 1.6 mi 7.6
Gilbert Elementary School Gilbert 1.5 mi 7.2
Gilbert Classical Academy 7-12 Gilbert 1.7 mi 9.4
Mesquite Jr High School Gilbert 1.5 mi 4.8
Neely Traditional Academy Gilbert 1.9 mi 9.3
Benjamin Franklin Charter School - Gilbert Gilbert 1.9 mi 7.8
Desert Hills High School Gilbert 1.9 mi 3.8
Leading Edge Academy Online Gilbert 2.0 mi 6.7
GPS Global Academy Gilbert 1.7 mi 7.9
Greenfield Junior High School Gilbert 1.7 mi 7.2
CHRIST'S GREENFIELD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Gilbert 1.8 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85234 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$118,012

Median Home Value

$488,600

Median Rent

$1,971/mo

Population

49,040

College Educated

45.9%

Homeownership

75.1%

Avg Commute

23.9 min

Poverty Rate

6%

Median Age

36.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Gilbert High School

What grades does Gilbert High School serve?

Gilbert High School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend Gilbert High School?

Gilbert High School has an enrollment of approximately 2,334 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Gilbert High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Gilbert High School is 19.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Gilbert High School rank in AZ?

Gilbert High School ranks #614 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Gilbert High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Gilbert High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Gilbert High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Gilbert High School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Gilbert High School a charter school?

No, Gilbert High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Gilbert High School a Title I school?

No, Gilbert High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
12 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
27 Some Transit
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
2,334
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
120
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
45.6%
4-Year Graduation
89.0%

District

Gilbert Unified District (4239)
District Enrollment
32,402
Schools in District
38
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,928
District Rank
#28 of 38

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