Gilbert High School is a public high school in Gilbert, Iowa, United States. A part of the Gilbert Community School District, it serves Gilbert and northern Ames.
Serving 528 students in grades 9-12, Gilbert High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 91% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 94% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 528 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 91% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 94% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gilbert High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Gilbert High School's student population of 528 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
528 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gilbert High School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gilbert High School is 0.22, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#9 out of 1223 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
6%
13%
Black
1%
7%
White
88%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 is Gilbert High School's ranking?
Gilbert High School is ranked #9 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Gilbert High School often compared to?
Gilbert High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ames High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
91% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gilbert High School?
The graduation rate of Gilbert High School is 95%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Gilbert High School?
528 students attend Gilbert High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Gilbert High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gilbert High School?
Gilbert High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gilbert High School offer ?
Gilbert High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gilbert High School part of?
Gilbert High School is part of Gilbert Comm School District.
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