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Gilbert Elementary School

109 Rothmoor
Gilbert, IA 50105
(School attendance zone shown in map)
Gilbert Elementary School serves 408 students in grades Prekindergarten-2. 
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 92% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 77%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 72%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-2
  • Enrollment: 408 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 17%
  • : 92%
  • : 91%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Gilbert Elementary School's student population of 408 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
408 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

The diversity score of Gilbert Elementary School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IA)
(12-13)
92%
77%
(12-13)
91%
72%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
6%
13%
Black
2%
7%
White
83%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.31
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
92% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 77% IA state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 72% IA state average).
How many students attend Gilbert Elementary School?
408 students attend Gilbert Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Gilbert Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gilbert Elementary School?
Gilbert Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gilbert Elementary School offer ?
Gilbert Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gilbert Elementary School part of?
Gilbert Elementary School is part of Gilbert Comm School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-2
  • Enrollment: 408 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 17%
  • : 92%
  • : 91%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education

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