Gilbert Comm School District

District Overview
Situated at 103 Mathews Drive in Gilbert, Iowa, the Gilbert Community School District is an active, traditional public school system offering a comprehensive PK–12 educational experience. Located in a rural fringe setting just outside the greater Ames metropolitan area, the district operates four schools serving 1,682 enrolled students across all primary and secondary grade levels. Families, students, and community members can access district resources and administrative contact through its official website at gilbertcsd.org or by phone at (515) 232-3740.

Powering the district’s academic programs is a substantial workforce dedicated to student achievement and well-being. Gilbert Community School District employs approximately 220 full-time equivalent teachers supported by more than 40 instructional aides and roughly 193 support staff members, bringing its total operational workforce to over 450 full-time equivalent personnel. This strong staffing ratio ensures a well-resourced learning environment, providing students with personalized instruction and robust foundational support throughout their educational journey.
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Total Schools
1,682
Total Students
220.2
Full-Time Teachers
7.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Gilbert Comm School District
Demographic Student Count
White1,418
Hispanic91
Black29
Asian76
Two or More62
American Indian4
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    1,418 (84.4%)
  • Hispanic
    91 (5.4%)
  • Asian
    76 (4.5%)
  • Two or More
    62 (3.7%)
  • Black
    29 (1.7%)
  • American Indian
    4 (0.2%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Gilbert Comm School District
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary2
Middle1
High1
Other0
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:4
Students:1,682*
Teachers (FTE):220.2*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:7.6
Schools in Gilbert Comm School District
Found 4 Schools