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#253 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 13% in state

Riggs Elementary

Elementary School · Chandler Unified District #80 (4242)

6930 S SEVILLE BLVD W, Gilbert, AZ 85298

Enrollment

837

Student-Teacher

18.2:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#253 of 2,006

In Gilbert

#22 of 67

public schools

In district

#20 of 44

Chandler Unified District #80 (4242)

Academic performance

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Riggs Elementary

8.3/10

Elementary School in Gilbert · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.4/10

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About Riggs Elementary

Riggs Elementary is a public elementary school in Gilbert, AZ, part of Chandler Unified District #80 (4242). Riggs Elementary serves approximately 837 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 18.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Riggs Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #253 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Riggs Elementary show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.9
  • AZ avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.62 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency63% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency63% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+15.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile86th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,085
Chronic Absenteeism4.5%

Riggs Elementary — Students at Riggs Elementary score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 73.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 76.9% (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
86%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
96%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
96%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
94%
2013
Math
90%
ELA
96%
2014
Math
66%
ELA
66%
2015
Math
69%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
66%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
69%
2018
Math
68%
ELA
71%
2019
Math
68%
ELA
71%
2020*
Math
56%
ELA
63%
2021*
Math
56%
ELA
63%
2022
Math
62%
ELA
63%

* 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: 7.6/10.

How Riggs Elementary Compares

See how Riggs Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.3/10
87th percentile in AZ
Academic
9.1/10
Excellent
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
4.5%

Location

6930 S SEVILLE BLVD W, Gilbert, AZ 85298

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Riggs Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Weinberg Gifted Academy (rated 9.6/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Robert J.C. Rice Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Dr. Gary and Annette Auxier Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Queen Creek), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Gilbert, see our Gilbert schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Willie & Coy Payne Jr. High Queen Creek 1.0 mi 6.4
Chandler Traditional Academy-Freedom Gilbert 1.2 mi 9.1
Dr. Camille Casteel High School Queen Creek 1.7 mi 8.1
Charlotte Patterson Elementary Gilbert 1.8 mi 8.9
Dr. Gary and Annette Auxier Elementary School Queen Creek 1.9 mi 9.2
Bridges Elementary School Gilbert 2.2 mi 9.1
Benjamin Franklin Charter School - Power Gilbert 2.0 mi 7.9
JEWELL SCHOOL Queen Creek 2.3 mi
American Leadership Academy Gilbert South K-6 Chandler 2.3 mi 4.5
Newell Barney College Preparatory School Queen Creek 2.6 mi 7.7
Sue Sossaman Early Childhood Development Center Queen Creek 2.9 mi 6.5
Sossaman Middle School Queen Creek 2.9 mi 8.2
Basha High School Chandler 2.7 mi 8.9
Coronado Elementary School Gilbert 3.2 mi 8.6
Navarrete Elementary Chandler 2.9 mi 7.8
Power Ranch Elementary Gilbert 3.5 mi 8.2
Weinberg Gifted Academy Gilbert 3.2 mi 9.6
Perry High School Gilbert 3.3 mi 8.2
GILBERT CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS - GREENFIELD CAMPUS Gilbert 3.5 mi 7.1
Robert J.C. Rice Elementary School Gilbert 3.4 mi 9.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85298 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$146,688

Median Home Value

$598,300

Median Rent

$2,525/mo

Population

43,536

College Educated

50.7%

Homeownership

91.6%

Avg Commute

30.9 min

Poverty Rate

3.2%

Median Age

39.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Riggs Elementary

What grades does Riggs Elementary serve?

Riggs Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Riggs Elementary?

Riggs Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 837 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Riggs Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Riggs Elementary is 18.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Riggs Elementary rank in AZ?

Riggs Elementary ranks #253 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Riggs Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Riggs Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Riggs Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Riggs Elementary has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Riggs Elementary a charter school?

No, Riggs Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Riggs Elementary a Title I school?

No, Riggs Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
8 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
837
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
4.5%

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