Serving 428 students in grades Kindergarten-6, American Leadership Academy Gilbert South K-6 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 428 students
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
American Leadership Academy Gilbert South K-6's student population of 428 students has grown by 120% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
428 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
American Leadership Academy Gilbert South K-6 ranks within the top 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of American Leadership Academy Gilbert South K-6 is 0.62, which is less 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
#595 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
24%
48%
Black
8%
6%
White
56%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is American Leadership Academy Gilbert South K-6's ranking?
American Leadership Academy Gilbert South K-6 is ranked #595 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are American Leadership Academy Gilbert South K-6 often compared to?
American Leadership Academy Gilbert South K-6is often viewed alongside schools like Ashland Elementary School, Audrey & Robert Ryan Elementary School, John & Carol Carlson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend American Leadership Academy Gilbert South K-6?
428 students attend American Leadership Academy Gilbert South K-6.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of American Leadership Academy Gilbert South K-6 students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does American Leadership Academy Gilbert South K-6 offer ?
American Leadership Academy Gilbert South K-6 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is American Leadership Academy Gilbert South K-6 part of?
American Leadership Academy Gilbert South K-6 is part of American Leadership Academy Inc. (4348) School District.
In what neighborhood is American Leadership Academy Gilbert South K-6 located?
American Leadership Academy Gilbert South K-6 is located in the Evans Ranch neighborhood of Chandler, AZ.
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