Serving 685 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Gateway Pointe Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 685 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gateway Pointe Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Gateway Pointe Elementary School's student population of 685 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
685 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Gateway Pointe Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gateway Pointe Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#559 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
28%
49%
Black
10%
6%
White
46%
33%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Higley Unified School District (4248)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gateway Pointe Elementary School's ranking?
Gateway Pointe Elementary School is ranked #559 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Gateway Pointe Elementary School often compared to?
Gateway Pointe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Higley Traditional Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Gateway Pointe Elementary School?
685 students attend Gateway Pointe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Gateway Pointe Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gateway Pointe Elementary School?
Gateway Pointe Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gateway Pointe Elementary School offer ?
Gateway Pointe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gateway Pointe Elementary School part of?
Gateway Pointe Elementary School is part of Higley Unified School District (4248).
In what neighborhood is Gateway Pointe Elementary School located?
Gateway Pointe Elementary School is located in the Gateway Village neighborhood of Gilbert, AZ.
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