Serving 800 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Charlotte Patterson Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 800 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charlotte Patterson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Charlotte Patterson Elementary School's student population of 800 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
800 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
1992
School Calendar
School Rankings
Charlotte Patterson Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charlotte Patterson Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#100 out of 1921 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
21%
48%
Black
3%
6%
White
64%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Charlotte Patterson Elementary School's ranking?
Charlotte Patterson Elementary School is ranked #100 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Charlotte Patterson Elementary School?
800 students attend Charlotte Patterson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Charlotte Patterson Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charlotte Patterson Elementary School?
Charlotte Patterson Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Charlotte Patterson Elementary School offer ?
Charlotte Patterson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Charlotte Patterson Elementary School part of?
Charlotte Patterson Elementary School is part of Chandler Unified District #80 (4242) School District.
In what neighborhood is Charlotte Patterson Elementary School located?
Charlotte Patterson Elementary School is located in the Adora Trails neighborhood of Gilbert, AZ.
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