Best 85234 Arizona Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public high schools serving 4,573 students in 85234, AZ.
The top-ranked public high schools in 85234, AZ are Gilbert Classical Academy 7-12, Evit - Highland High School and Gilbert High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 85234 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 45% statewide average). High schools in 85234, AZ have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arizona public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 85234 have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is more than the Arizona average of 78%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Gilbert Classical Academy 7-12, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arizona or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Best 85234, AZ Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gilbert Classical Academy 7-12
(Math: 88% | Reading: 94%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 1%
1016 N Burk Street
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 497-4034
Gr: 7-12 | 572 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #22.
Evit - Highland High School
Vocational School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 56% )
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
4301 E Guadalupe Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 461-4000
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #33.
Gilbert High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1101 E Elliot Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 497-0177
Gr: 7-12 | 2,418 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #44.
San Tan Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
3959 E Elliot Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 222-0811
Gr: K-12 | 914 students Student-teacher ratio: 42:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #55.
Evit - Gilbert High School
Vocational School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39% )
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1101 E Elliot Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 461-4000
Gr: 9-12 | 3 students Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #66.
Freedom Prep Academy - Mesa
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
465 N Bluejay Dr
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 256-2642
Gr: K-12 | 448 students Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: n/an/a
Premier Prep Online Academy
Charter School
459 N Gilbert Rd Ste A213
Gilbert, AZ 85234
(480) 896-7200
Gr: 7-12 | 218 students Student-teacher ratio: 31:1 Minority enrollment: 75%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 85234, AZ?
The top-ranked public high schools in 85234, AZ include Gilbert Classical Academy 7-12, Evit - Highland High School and Gilbert High School.
How many public high schools are located in 85234?
7 public high schools are located in 85234.
What is the racial composition of students in 85234?
85234 public high schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

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