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San Tan Elementary School

3443 E CALISTOGA DR GILBERT AZ 85297

Top 10% School in Arizona

Ranked 31 of 246 in Arizona

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About San Tan Elementary School

Serving pre-K through 6th grade within the Higley Unified School District, San Tan Elementary School is located in Gilbert, Arizona. It is particularly known for its Spanish Dual Language Immersion program. San Tan is working towards its "Leader in Me Lighthouse" certification and emphasizes leadership with the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People.

San Tan earns an 8/10 from GreatSchools, showing students’ strong performances in math and reading. Gilbert's cost of living is above the national average, and subsidized housing costs in nearby communities (like Vistara at SanTan Village, referenced previously) and rentals range from $1,445 to $2,361. With its programs, focus on leadership, and strong academic performance, San Tan Elementary is consistently rated one of the best elementary schools in Arizona.

San Tan Elementary School Contact Information

Address

3443 E CALISTOGA DR GILBERT AZ 85297

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Phone

(480) 279-7200

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 64%
Reading 64%
State average proficiency is 64% in Math and 64% in Reading.
47
Full-time Teachers
19 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
896
Total Students
$61446
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 31 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at San Tan Elementary School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:10 AM – 3:05 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:55 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 65.1%
Asian 1.8%
Hispanic 26.3%
Black 2.2%
Two+ Races 4.2%
Native Am. 1%
White
65.1%
Asian
1.8%
Hispanic
26.3%
Black
2.2%
Two+ Races
4.2%
Native Am.
1%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 896
52.4%
470 Female
47.6%
426 Male

Student Population

896 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

San Tan Elementary hosted many community events in Spring 2025 and recognized a District Spelling Bee Champion. San Tan Elementary is proud of our students' accomplishments and all the engagement surrounding the events and efforts we host to support students and families.

FAQ

Q1: In what ways does San Tan Elementary School promote cultural diversity?

A1: The school celebrates and teaches students about diversity through multicultural events, assemblies, and classroom projects.

Q2: Is there an opportunity for the students to be leaders at San Tan Elementary School?

A2: Yes, students can be leaders in roles like class representatives, assisting with events, and peer mentoring programs.

Q3: What does San Tan Elementary School do for wellness programs?

A3: The school takes steps to promote wellness through physical education, nutrition programs, and activities to promote awareness of mental health.

Q4: Does San Tan Elementary School take students on field trips?

A4: Yes, students have educational field trips to museums, parks, and cultural centers to help with the learning experience outside of the classroom.

Q5: How does San Tan Elementary School promote technology use for learning?

A5: Students use devices that are appropriate to their age, and educational apps to promote learning and digital literacy skills

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

PS

The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

WR

The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

S

The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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