Serving 564 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Spectrum Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 564 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spectrum Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Spectrum Elementary School's student population of 564 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
564 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Spectrum Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spectrum Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#185 out of 1921 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
34%
48%
Black
6%
6%
White
41%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Gilbert Unified District (4239)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spectrum Elementary School's ranking?
Spectrum Elementary School is ranked #185 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Spectrum Elementary School often compared to?
Spectrum Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ashland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Spectrum Elementary School?
564 students attend Spectrum Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Spectrum Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spectrum Elementary School?
Spectrum Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Spectrum Elementary School offer ?
Spectrum Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Spectrum Elementary School part of?
Spectrum Elementary School is part of Gilbert Unified District (4239).
In what neighborhood is Spectrum Elementary School located?
Spectrum Elementary School is located in the Spectrum At Val Vista neighborhood of Gilbert, AZ.
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