Best Public Schools in Zip Code 85296


Summary:

The 85296 zip code area of Gilbert, Arizona is home to 12 schools, including 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 2 high schools, and 3 alternative schools. Overall, the schools in this area demonstrate a range of academic performance, with some standout institutions and others facing challenges.

Among the top-performing schools is American Leadership Academy Gilbert North K-12, a public charter school with strong proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics, as well as a high 92.1% four-year graduation rate. Another standout is Greenfield Junior High School, a public middle school that consistently earns a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger and has above-average test scores. Finley Farms Elementary, a public elementary school, also performs well, ranking in the top quarter of Arizona elementary schools.

However, the data also reveals significant disparities in outcomes across the schools in the 85296 zip code. Graduation rates range from a high of 92.1% at American Leadership Academy Gilbert North K-12 to a low of 40.9% at Desert Hills High School. Dropout rates also vary widely, from 2.2% at Greenfield Junior High to 17.1% at Desert Hills High. While the data does not show a clear correlation between higher spending per student and better academic outcomes, addressing these disparities will be crucial for ensuring all students in the 85296 zip code have access to a high-quality education.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Arizona Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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