At a glance
Reported students
282
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
23.03
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
12.2:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
KG–08
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Arizona elementary enrollment
24th percentile
Compared with 1,189 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
202.5
Leading Edge Academy Gilbert Elementary: 282 reported students.
State peer staffing position
14th percentile
12.2:1 reported; state peer median 16.3:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 332
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Student–teacher ratio
- 12.8:1
What the reported data says about Leading Edge Academy Gilbert Elementary
Leading Edge Academy Gilbert Elementary is a public elementary school serving grades KG–08 in Gilbert. It is one of 4 current school records connected to LEAD Charter Schools (79967). NCES reports 282 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,189 elementary schools in Arizona with comparable records, this school is smaller than the reported median of 453 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 24th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 12.2:1, below the Arizona median of 16.3:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (40.4%) and Hispanic or Latino (34.4%). English learners represent 1.8% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 15.1%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
Questions worth asking Leading Edge Academy Gilbert Elementary
- 1How do the reported 12.2:1 student–teacher ratio and 23.03 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 0 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 1.8%
- Students with disabilities
- 15.1%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 0
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0.5
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White40.4%
- Hispanic34.4%
- Black11.3%
- Asian2.8%
- American Indian / Alaska Native2.5%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial8.5%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in LEAD Charter Schools (79967)
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Leading Edge Academy at East Mesa
Other · Grades KG–12
211 reported students
Leading Edge Academy Gilbert Early College
High · Grades 07–12
194 reported students
Leading Edge Academy Online
Other · Grades KG–12
70 reported students
Public schools near Leading Edge Academy Gilbert Elementary
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chandler Traditional Academy - Liberty Campus Elementary · Chandler Unified District #80 (4242) | PK–06 | 677 | 0.7 mi |
| Sanborn Elementary School Elementary · Chandler Unified District #80 (4242) | PK–06 | 526 | 0.8 mi |
| BASIS Chandler Primary - North Campus Elementary · Charter · BASIS Charter Schools Inc. (92997) | KG–04 | 619 | 0.9 mi |
| Shumway Leadership Academy Elementary · Chandler Unified District #80 (4242) | PK–06 | 474 | 0.9 mi |
| Chandler Traditional Academy-Humphrey Elementary · Chandler Unified District #80 (4242) | PK–08 | 606 | 1.3 mi |
| Legacy Traditional School ? North Chandler Elementary · Charter · Legacy Traditional School - North Chandler (850101) | KG–08 | 952 | 1.5 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Leading Edge Academy Gilbert Elementary
What grades does Leading Edge Academy Gilbert Elementary serve?
Leading Edge Academy Gilbert Elementary reports grades KG–08 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in LEAD Charter Schools (79967).
How many students attend Leading Edge Academy Gilbert Elementary?
Leading Edge Academy Gilbert Elementary reported 282 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 24th percentile among 1,189 Arizona elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 332 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Leading Edge Academy Gilbert Elementary?
The calculated ratio is 12.2:1, based on 282 students and 23.03 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Arizona median for the same school level is 16.3:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Leading Edge Academy Gilbert Elementary a public, charter, or magnet school?
Leading Edge Academy Gilbert Elementary is a public school operating as a charter school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
Which school district is Leading Edge Academy Gilbert Elementary in?
Leading Edge Academy Gilbert Elementary is part of LEAD Charter Schools (79967), based in Gilbert, AZ, which operates 4 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Leading Edge Academy Gilbert Elementary?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Chandler Traditional Academy - Liberty Campus (0.7 mi), Sanborn Elementary School (0.8 mi), BASIS Chandler Primary - North Campus (0.9 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.