Serving 622 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Centennial Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 622 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Centennial Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Centennial Elementary School's student population of 622 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
622 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Centennial Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Centennial Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#215 out of 1956 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
23%
48%
Black
2%
6%
White
65%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centennial Elementary School's ranking?
Centennial Elementary School is ranked #215 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Centennial Elementary School often compared to?
Centennial Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coronado Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Centennial Elementary School?
622 students attend Centennial Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Centennial Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Centennial Elementary School?
Centennial Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Centennial Elementary School offer ?
Centennial Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Centennial Elementary School part of?
Centennial Elementary School is part of Higley Unified School District (4248).
In what neighborhood is Centennial Elementary School located?
Centennial Elementary School is located in the Power Ranch neighborhood of Gilbert, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Power Ranch.
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