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Best 85298 Arizona Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 4,339 students in 85298, AZ.
The top-ranked public schools in 85298, AZ are Weinberg Gifted Academy, Bridges Elementary School and Charlotte Patterson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85298 have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85298, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

Best 85298, AZ Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Weinberg Gifted Academy
(Math: 87% | Reading: 92%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 1%
5245 S Val Vista Dr
Gilbert, AZ 85298
(480) 812-6600
Gr: PK-6 | 741 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
Bridges Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
5205 S Soboba St
Gilbert, AZ 85298
(480) 279-8700
Gr: K-6 | 770 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #33.
Charlotte Patterson Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
7520 S Adora Blvd
Gilbert, AZ 85298
(480) 224-3600
Gr: PK-6 | 753 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #44.
Chandler Traditional Academy-freedom
(Math: 66% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
6040 S Joslyn Ln
Gilbert, AZ 85298
(480) 224-2600
Gr: PK-6 | 551 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #55.
Robert J.c. Rice Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
1290 E Ocotillo Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85298
(480) 424-8500
Gr: PK-6 | 754 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #66.
Riggs Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
6930 S Seville Blvd W
Gilbert, AZ 85298
(480) 224-3400
Gr: PK-6 | 770 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 36%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 85298, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85298, AZ include Weinberg Gifted Academy, Bridges Elementary School and Charlotte Patterson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 85298?
6 public schools are located in 85298.
What is the racial composition of students in 85298?
85298 public schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

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