For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 5,050 students in 85233, AZ (there are 2 private schools, serving 81 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 85233, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 85233, AZ are Eduprize School Gilbert, Evit - Mesquite High School and Islands Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85233 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85233, AZ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85233, AZ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Eduprize School Gilbert
Charter School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
580 W Melody Ave
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 813-9537
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 813-9537
Gr: K-12 | 1,270 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Evit - Mesquite High School
Vocational School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
500 S Mcqueen Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 461-4000
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 461-4000
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #33.
Islands Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
245 S Mcqueen Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 497-0742
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 497-0742
Gr: PK-6 | 451 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #44.
Gilbert Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
175 W Elliot Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 892-8624
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 892-8624
Gr: PK-6 | 563 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #55.
Playa Del Rey Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
550 N Horne St
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 892-7810
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 892-7810
Gr: PK-6 | 431 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #66.
Mesquite High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
500 S Mcqueen Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 632-4750
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 632-4750
Gr: 8-12 | 1,303 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #77.
Oak Tree Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
505 W Houston Ave
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 632-4785
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 632-4785
Gr: PK-6 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #88.
Mesquite Jr High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
130 W Mesquite St
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 926-1433
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 926-1433
Gr: 6-8 | 648 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 85233, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85233, AZ include Eduprize School Gilbert, Evit - Mesquite High School and Islands Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 85233?
8 public schools are located in 85233.
What percentage of students in 85233 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 85233 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85233?
85233 public schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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