Serving 416 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Gilbert Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 416 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gilbert Elementary School's student population of 416 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
416 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1951
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026
School Motto
'Knowledge is Power'
School Rankings
Gilbert Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gilbert Elementary School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1701 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
64%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
30%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
4%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Yakima School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gilbert Elementary School's ranking?
Gilbert Elementary School is ranked #1701 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Gilbert Elementary School often compared to?
Gilbert Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pateros Elementary School, Methow Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Gilbert Elementary School?
416 students attend Gilbert Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Gilbert Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gilbert Elementary School?
Gilbert Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Gilbert Elementary School offer ?
Gilbert Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gilbert Elementary School part of?
Gilbert Elementary School is part of Yakima School District.
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