LEADING EDGE ACADEMY GILBERT EARLY COLLEGE

Leading Edge Academy Gilbert Early College is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the LEAD Charter Schools (79967) school district, located in Gilbert, AZ with about 269 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education.

Leading Edge Academy Gilbert Early College is a public charter school located in Gilbert, Arizona, that offers a specialized academic environment focused on blending high school curriculum with college-level coursework. By emphasizing an "early college" model, the academy provides students with the unique opportunity to earn college credits while completing their secondary education, effectively bridging the gap between high school and higher education. This structure is designed to challenge motivated students and provide a more streamlined pathway toward earning an associate degree or certificate alongside their high school diploma.

Beyond its academic rigor, the school is known for fostering a supportive and structured atmosphere that prioritizes individual student growth. As part of the Leading Edge Academy network, the Gilbert campus adheres to a mission of developing character, academic excellence, and leadership skills within its student body. With a focus on smaller class sizes and personalized attention, the school aims to prepare its students for long-term success in university settings and professional careers, making it a distinct choice for families seeking an accelerated and forward-thinking educational experience.

For more information, contact Leading Edge Academy Gilbert Early College at (480) 545-8011 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

717 W. Ray Road
Gilbert, AZ 85233
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LEADING EDGE ACADEMY GILBERT EARLY COLLEGE is a public Title I Charter school in Gilbert, AZ with about 269 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Arizona

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
Yes
Arizona State Board for Charter Schools
Total Students:
269
Teachers:
0
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
7th Grade
8th Grade
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 269 students

White
61.0%
Hispanic/Latino
24.5%
Two or more races
4.5%
Black or African American
4.5%
Asian
4.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.7%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.7%

Female
51.3%
Male
48.7%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.