Gilbert Classical Academy is a choice 7th-12th junior high and high school in the Gilbert Public Schools district. It opened in 2007, replacing the former Tech and Leadership Academy in that district which served 9th–12th grades. Students follow a strict dress code.
Serving 572 students in grades 7-12, Gilbert Classical Academy 7-12 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 88% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 94% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 572 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 94% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gilbert Classical Academy 7-12 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Gilbert Classical Academy 7-12's student population of 572 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
572 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
2007
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Rankings
Gilbert Classical Academy 7-12 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 Gilbert Classical Academy 7-12 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
#2 out of 1921 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Asian
27%
3%
Hispanic
20%
49%
Black
2%
6%
White
42%
33%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
77%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.1%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Spartans
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gilbert Classical Academy 7-12's ranking?
Gilbert Classical Academy 7-12 is ranked #2 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gilbert Classical Academy 7-12?
The graduation rate of Gilbert Classical Academy 7-12 is 95%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Gilbert Classical Academy 7-12?
572 students attend Gilbert Classical Academy 7-12.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Gilbert Classical Academy 7-12 students are White, 27% of students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gilbert Classical Academy 7-12?
Gilbert Classical Academy 7-12 has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gilbert Classical Academy 7-12 offer ?
Gilbert Classical Academy 7-12 offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gilbert Classical Academy 7-12 part of?
Gilbert Classical Academy 7-12 is part of Gilbert Unified District (4239).
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