Serving 198 students in grades 7-12, Leading Edge Academy Gilbert Early College ranks in the top 30% 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 198 students
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leading Edge Academy Gilbert Early College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Leading Edge Academy Gilbert Early College's student population of 198 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
198 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Calendar
School Rankings
Leading Edge Academy Gilbert Early College ranks within the top 30% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leading Edge Academy Gilbert Early College is 0.67, which is more 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
#544 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
34%
48%
Black
9%
6%
White
45%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leading Edge Academy Gilbert Early College's ranking?
Leading Edge Academy Gilbert Early College is ranked #544 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Leading Edge Academy Gilbert Early College often compared to?
Leading Edge Academy Gilbert Early Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Mesquite Jr High School, Chandler High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Leading Edge Academy Gilbert Early College?
The graduation rate of Leading Edge Academy Gilbert Early College is 90%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Leading Edge Academy Gilbert Early College?
198 students attend Leading Edge Academy Gilbert Early College.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Leading Edge Academy Gilbert Early College students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Leading Edge Academy Gilbert Early College offer ?
Leading Edge Academy Gilbert Early College offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Leading Edge Academy Gilbert Early College part of?
Leading Edge Academy Gilbert Early College is part of LEAD Charter Schools (79967) School District.
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