GREAT HEARTS ACADEMIES - ARCHWAY ARETE

Great Hearts Academies - Archway Arete is a public charter elementary school that is part of the Archway Classical Academy Arete (92312) school district, located in Gilbert, AZ with about 534 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below.

Archway Arete is a classical charter school located in Gilbert, Arizona, serving students in grades K–5 as part of the Great Hearts Academies network. The school is defined by its commitment to a traditional liberal arts curriculum, which emphasizes a structured, content-rich academic environment. By focusing on the "Great Books," mathematics, science, and the fine arts, Archway Arete aims to cultivate the intellectual and moral development of its students, preparing them not just for middle school, but for a lifelong pursuit of wisdom and virtue.

Beyond its rigorous academics, the school places a strong emphasis on character formation, fostering a community rooted in core values such as honesty, integrity, and responsibility. The pedagogical approach is intentionally teacher-led, focusing on Socratic dialogue and clear instruction to build foundational knowledge. Because it is a public charter school, Archway Arete provides this tuition-free, private-school-style education to families in the East Valley who are seeking a disciplined, academic-focused alternative to the standard neighborhood school model.

For more information, contact Great Hearts Academies - Archway Arete at (602) 438-7045 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.