Serving 418 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Oak Tree Elementary School 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 38% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 418 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oak Tree Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Oak Tree Elementary School's student population of 418 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
418 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oak Tree Elementary School 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 Oak Tree Elementary School 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
#885 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
45%
47%
Black
3%
6%
White
42%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Tree Elementary School's ranking?
Oak Tree Elementary School is ranked #885 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Oak Tree Elementary School often compared to?
Oak Tree Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Neely Traditional Academy, Pioneer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Oak Tree Elementary School?
418 students attend Oak Tree Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Oak Tree Elementary School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oak Tree Elementary School?
Oak Tree Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Oak Tree Elementary School offer ?
Oak Tree Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Oak Tree Elementary School part of?
Oak Tree Elementary School is part of Gilbert Unified District (4239) School District.
In what neighborhood is Oak Tree Elementary School located?
Oak Tree Elementary School is located in the Silverhawke neighborhood of Gilbert, AZ.
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