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Gilbert Unified District (4239)

Arizona · Public School District
38
Schools
33,281
Students
$10,931
Per-Pupil Spend
-24% nat'l
25.0%
Free Lunch Rate
-27pp vs nat'l
92.1%
Graduation Rate
+5.6pp vs nat'l
District Overview

Gilbert Unified District (4239) is a public school district in Arizona serving 33,281 students across 38 schools. It includes 26 elementary, 5 middle, 6 high schools. Its graduation rate of 92.1% is above the national average of 86.5%. Per-pupil spending of $10,931 is below the national average for a US public school district. 25% of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. Opportunity scores across its schools are moderate, with a district median of 49/100.

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All Schools (38)
Elementary Schools26 schools
SchoolGradesStudents
Ashland ElementaryPK–06817
Augusta Ranch ElementaryPK–06953
Boulder Creek ElementaryPK–06465
Burk Elementary SchoolPK–06481
Canyon Rim ElementaryPK–06849
Carol Rae Ranch ElementaryPK–06586
Finley Farms ElementaryPK–06638
Gilbert Elementary SchoolPK–06586
Greenfield Elementary SchoolPK–06969
Harris Elementary SchoolPK–06384
Highland Park ElementaryPK–06819
Islands Elementary SchoolPK–06510
MeridianPK–06791
Mesquite Elementary SchoolPK–08599
Neely Traditional AcademyPK–06805
Oak Tree ElementaryPK–06418
Patterson Elementary SchoolPK–06567
Pioneer Elementary SchoolPK–08416
Playa del Rey Elementary SchoolPK–06461
Quartz Hill ElementaryPK–06549
Settlers Point ElementaryPK–06574
Sonoma Ranch Elementary SchoolPK–06483
Spectrum ElementaryPK–06584
Superstition Springs ElementaryPK–06787
Towne Meadows Elementary SchoolPK–06663
Val Vista Lakes Elementary SchoolPK–06498
Middle Schools5 schools
SchoolGradesStudents
Desert Ridge Jr. High07–08973
Greenfield Junior High School06–081,204
Highland Jr High School06–08979
Mesquite Jr High School06–08813
South Valley Jr. High07–08848
High Schools6 schools
SchoolGradesStudents
Campo Verde High School08–121,991
Desert Ridge High08–122,284
Gilbert Classical Academy 7-1207–12596
Gilbert High School07–122,354
Highland High School08–123,174
Mesquite High School08–121,430
Other School1 school
SchoolGradesStudents
GPS Global AcademyKG–12383
District Finances
Per-Pupil Expenditure$10,931-24% nat'l avg
National avg $14,347
Revenue Sources
45%
43%
State
44.8%
Local (property tax)
43.1%
Federal
12.1%

Funding is shared between state (45%) and local sources (43%), with limited federal reliance.

Source: NCES F-33 School District Finance Survey. District-level data.
District Snapshot
38
Schools
33,281
Students
25%
Free Lunch
$11K
Per-Pupil
Graduation Rate92.1%
Opportunity Score49/100
StateArizona →
School Rankings
Strengths & Considerations
Strong graduation outcomes
92.1% graduation rate — 5.6 points above the national average of 86.5%.
Range of school options
With 38 schools, families have meaningful choice across programs and grade levels.
Below-average per-pupil spending
At $10,931, spending is 24% below the national average — which can limit staffing and resources.
Location
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Gilbert Unified District (4239)?
Gilbert Unified District (4239) has 38 public schools, serving a total of 33,281 students.
What is the graduation rate for Gilbert Unified District (4239)?
The graduation rate is 92.1%, which is above the national average of 86.5%.
How much does Gilbert Unified District (4239) spend per student?
Gilbert Unified District (4239) spends $10,931 per pupil — 24% below the national average of $14,347.
What percentage of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch in Gilbert Unified District (4239)?
25% of students in Gilbert Unified District (4239) qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, compared to the national rate of 52.2%.
Are there charter schools in Gilbert Unified District (4239)?
No, Gilbert Unified District (4239) does not currently include any charter schools.
What grade levels does Gilbert Unified District (4239) serve?
Gilbert Unified District (4239) serves grades PK through 12, covering elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the opportunity score for Gilbert Unified District (4239)?
The median opportunity score across schools in Gilbert Unified District (4239) is 49/100. The national median is 50/100. Opportunity scores reflect long-term economic mobility prospects for children who grow up in these communities.
About This Data

All figures on this page come directly from US federal open datasets — NCES Common Core of Data, EDFacts, and the Opportunity Atlas — and we work hard to keep them accurate and up to date. That said, federal data is published on an annual cycle, so some figures may not yet reflect the very latest school-year changes or local updates. We recommend using this page as a helpful starting point and cross-checking with the school or district directly, or visiting the NCES Common Core of Data and ed.gov for the most authoritative figures before making any important decisions.