Serving 741 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Weinberg Gifted Academy ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 741 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Weinberg Gifted Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Weinberg Gifted Academy's student population of 741 students has grown by 160% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 122% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
741 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Weinberg Gifted Academy ranks within the top 1% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Weinberg Gifted Academy is 0.67, 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
#5 out of 1921 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Asian
28%
3%
Hispanic
11%
49%
Black
2%
6%
White
49%
33%
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Weinberg Gifted Academy's ranking?
Weinberg Gifted Academy is ranked #5 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Weinberg Gifted Academy often compared to?
Weinberg Gifted Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Knox Gifted Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Weinberg Gifted Academy?
741 students attend Weinberg Gifted Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Weinberg Gifted Academy students are White, 28% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Weinberg Gifted Academy?
Weinberg Gifted Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Weinberg Gifted Academy offer ?
Weinberg Gifted Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Weinberg Gifted Academy part of?
Weinberg Gifted Academy is part of Chandler Unified District #80 (4242).
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