Riggs Elementary

Riggs Elementary serves 837 students in grades PK through 6 in Gilbert, Arizona, earning recognition as one of the state's top-performing elementary schools. With a ranking of #164 out of 2,029 Arizona schools, placing it in the 92nd percentile, Riggs demonstrates strong academic achievement with a MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. The school's academic performance is impressive, with 63% of students achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts and 62% meeting or exceeding standards in mathematics.

These results reflect the dedication of 46 full-time equivalent teachers who maintain an 18.2:1 student-teacher ratio, allowing for meaningful classroom engagement and individualized attention. Riggs Elementary draws families from an established, well-educated community where 51% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The surrounding 85298 zip code area, with a median household income of $141,533 and median home values of $520,700, represents one of Gilbert's more affluent neighborhoods.

The low poverty rate of 3.7% among the area's 42,090 residents creates a stable environment that supports student learning. Located on South Seville Boulevard West, Riggs Elementary sits within Gilbert's thriving suburban landscape, serving families who value educational excellence in Arizona's East Valley region.