Home
Student Life
![AshlandRanchElementary Girl with a book in front of the book vending machine]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1762183066/gilbertschoolsnet/bbffa0lostszhg6cuuj9/AshlandRanch-Kindergarten.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1762183066/gilbertschoolsnet/bbffa0lostszhg6cuuj9/AshlandRanch-Kindergarten.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1762183066/gilbertschoolsnet/bbffa0lostszhg6cuuj9/AshlandRanch-Kindergarten.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1762183066/gilbertschoolsnet/bbffa0lostszhg6cuuj9/AshlandRanch-Kindergarten.png","width":1200}])
Take a look inside Ashland Ranch Elementary and learn about our Roadrunner Family and kindergarten options.
![A young girl with blonde hair is smiling and sitting in a classroom setting, with an "A" grade sign and information about a school's accountability rating displayed in the background.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1762183066/gilbertschoolsnet/ly1htszhibs9s0sam3jt/AshlandRanch-LetterGrade.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1762183066/gilbertschoolsnet/ly1htszhibs9s0sam3jt/AshlandRanch-LetterGrade.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1762183066/gilbertschoolsnet/ly1htszhibs9s0sam3jt/AshlandRanch-LetterGrade.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1762183066/gilbertschoolsnet/ly1htszhibs9s0sam3jt/AshlandRanch-LetterGrade.png","width":1200}])
Ashland Ranch is proud to be A-Rated by the Arizona Department of Education and an A+ School of Excellence, Arizona Education Foundation!
![VIK Ashland Ranch Elementary Girl hula hooping]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1760458520/gilbertschoolsnet/ok66hx8yxuhkj8ramuey/24_VIKashlandRanchElementarycopy.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1760458520/gilbertschoolsnet/ok66hx8yxuhkj8ramuey/24_VIKashlandRanchElementarycopy.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1760458520/gilbertschoolsnet/ok66hx8yxuhkj8ramuey/24_VIKashlandRanchElementarycopy.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1760458520/gilbertschoolsnet/ok66hx8yxuhkj8ramuey/24_VIKashlandRanchElementarycopy.png","width":1200}])
VIK means Very Important Kids. We offer AZCase-accredited and licensed by the Department of Health Services through the State of Arizona Before and After School Programs available to GPS families.
![Ashland Ranch Preschools K Prep sign in the hallway]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1719241891/gilbertschoolsnet/xi2n1wugnlere9bz6vhn/2324_AshlandRanchElementary_Preschool-5-2copy.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1719241891/gilbertschoolsnet/xi2n1wugnlere9bz6vhn/2324_AshlandRanchElementary_Preschool-5-2copy.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1719241891/gilbertschoolsnet/xi2n1wugnlere9bz6vhn/2324_AshlandRanchElementary_Preschool-5-2copy.jpg","width":800}])
Ashland Ranch offers three different GPS preschool programs located on our campus. Ashland Ranch has Kindergarten Prep Preschool, Building Blocks Preschool, and Gifted Kindergarten Prep Preschool.
Read More
about Ashland Ranch Preschools (opens in new window/tab)
![Two female Ashland Ranch Students at a table in the library]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1719244320/gilbertschoolsnet/mryyctqokmiyehnskql9/2324_AshlandRanchElementary_StudentsTeachersClassrooms-021copy.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1719244320/gilbertschoolsnet/mryyctqokmiyehnskql9/2324_AshlandRanchElementary_StudentsTeachersClassrooms-021copy.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1719244320/gilbertschoolsnet/mryyctqokmiyehnskql9/2324_AshlandRanchElementary_StudentsTeachersClassrooms-021copy.jpg","width":800}])
We offer Drum Club, Choir, Color Guard, Service Club, Math Club, and Yearbook.
Roadrunner Announcements
![Enjoy Spring Break! All Schools Closed for Two Weeks]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1751384178/gilbertschoolsnet/vysevu2hupgxyvbwnhud/SpringBreak-JrHigh.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1751384178/gilbertschoolsnet/vysevu2hupgxyvbwnhud/SpringBreak-JrHigh.png","width":512}])
Read More
about Enjoy Spring Break!
![The image depicts three silhouettes of children in different colors - gray, purple, and white - against a bright yellow background, with the word "KINDERGARTEN" written below.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1764887070/gilbertschoolsnet/kjv8ny7x76wftpj07ref/ashland-kindergarten.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1764887070/gilbertschoolsnet/kjv8ny7x76wftpj07ref/ashland-kindergarten.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1764887070/gilbertschoolsnet/kjv8ny7x76wftpj07ref/ashland-kindergarten.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1764887070/gilbertschoolsnet/kjv8ny7x76wftpj07ref/ashland-kindergarten.png","width":1024}])
Read More
about Kindergarten (opens in new window/tab)
![2026 Elementary Art Show with student artwork]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1773249388/gilbertschoolsnet/i35eil9ojq1kv2tubv0b/ArtShow-Elementary.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1773249388/gilbertschoolsnet/i35eil9ojq1kv2tubv0b/ArtShow-Elementary.png","width":512}])
Read More
about District Elementary Art Show
![Gilbert Public Schools Away for the Day Thank you for your cooperation]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1753476634/gilbertschoolsnet/i3u4i4mct7uxsyoagye1/AwayfortheDay.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1753476634/gilbertschoolsnet/i3u4i4mct7uxsyoagye1/AwayfortheDay.png","width":512}])
Read More
about Away for the Day - Student Cell Phone Use
![The image depicts a yellow checkmark symbol enclosed within a decorative frame against a vibrant purple background, with the text "TAX CREDIT" displayed below.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1767623880/gilbertschoolsnet/dlmizimmstdl2pl6gr11/Tax-Ash.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1767623880/gilbertschoolsnet/dlmizimmstdl2pl6gr11/Tax-Ash.png","width":512}])
Read More
about Tax Credit Contributions (opens in new window/tab)
![The image displays the text "VIK CLUB" in large yellow letters against a vibrant purple background, along with the text "BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM" below.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1767623878/gilbertschoolsnet/accfap7bu2ry2p5aongu/VIK-Ash.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1767623878/gilbertschoolsnet/accfap7bu2ry2p5aongu/VIK-Ash.png","width":512}])
Read More
about VIK - Before & After School (opens in new window/tab)
Ashland Ranch News & Events
Roadrunner News
!["Roadrunner News" text overlay on an photo of Ashland Ranch with the school logo.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1757536539/gilbertschoolsnet/vaacwdzfdvhoml5ikk3u/AshlandRanchRoadrunnerNewsThumbnail.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1757536539/gilbertschoolsnet/vaacwdzfdvhoml5ikk3u/AshlandRanchRoadrunnerNewsThumbnail.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1757536539/gilbertschoolsnet/vaacwdzfdvhoml5ikk3u/AshlandRanchRoadrunnerNewsThumbnail.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1757536539/gilbertschoolsnet/vaacwdzfdvhoml5ikk3u/AshlandRanchRoadrunnerNewsThumbnail.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1757536539/gilbertschoolsnet/vaacwdzfdvhoml5ikk3u/AshlandRanchRoadrunnerNewsThumbnail.png","width":1600}])
Kindergarten students at Ashland Ranch Elementary are learning, exploring, and having fun through hands-on lessons, movement, and discovery. From studying plant growth to making music together, students are building confidence, curiosity, and a love of learning in a caring school community.
Read More
about Enjoy Spring Break!
Read More
about District Elementary Art Show
![GPS Elementary Student Art by 5th grader Aria Rhone]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1771943343/gilbertschoolsnet/tna4z2ksy0mlb2yafkdf/ElArtShow.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1771943343/gilbertschoolsnet/tna4z2ksy0mlb2yafkdf/ElArtShow.png","width":512}])
Read More
about Save the Date! Elementary Art Show - April 13-15
![2026 Water Festival student and volunteer play water-based learning games]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1772566353/gilbertschoolsnet/rnnjibvzw6pwg8z5fci1/2026WaterFestival.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1772566353/gilbertschoolsnet/rnnjibvzw6pwg8z5fci1/2026WaterFestival.png","width":512}])
Read More
about 15th Annual 4th Grade Water Festival
![Gilbert Public Schools Elementary Summer School K-6 "Learn More and Register" graphic]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1772117989/gilbertschoolsnet/x8m9qy9v09mu0oire4nx/ElSummerSchool.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1772117989/gilbertschoolsnet/x8m9qy9v09mu0oire4nx/ElSummerSchool.png","width":512}])
Read More
about Elementary Summer School Information (opens in new window/tab)
![A female teacher in a red jacket is sitting on the floor in a classroom, surrounded by a group of young students who are also seated on the floor.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1771441051/gilbertschoolsnet/glmiwqnyiretlzhutslw/AcademicsMidYearGOLDSquare.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1771441051/gilbertschoolsnet/glmiwqnyiretlzhutslw/AcademicsMidYearGOLDSquare.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1771441051/gilbertschoolsnet/glmiwqnyiretlzhutslw/AcademicsMidYearGOLDSquare.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1771441051/gilbertschoolsnet/glmiwqnyiretlzhutslw/AcademicsMidYearGOLDSquare.png","width":1080}])
Read More
about Actions With Academics: Mid-Year Academic Review
![GPS Community Fiesta and Run 4 Fun]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1770410276/gilbertschoolsnet/x0givwptgymboqykvm18/2026_GEF_Run_for_Fun_and_GPS_Family_Fiesta_Logo1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1770410276/gilbertschoolsnet/x0givwptgymboqykvm18/2026_GEF_Run_for_Fun_and_GPS_Family_Fiesta_Logo1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1770410276/gilbertschoolsnet/x0givwptgymboqykvm18/2026_GEF_Run_for_Fun_and_GPS_Family_Fiesta_Logo1.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1770410276/gilbertschoolsnet/x0givwptgymboqykvm18/2026_GEF_Run_for_Fun_and_GPS_Family_Fiesta_Logo1.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1770410276/gilbertschoolsnet/x0givwptgymboqykvm18/2026_GEF_Run_for_Fun_and_GPS_Family_Fiesta_Logo1.png","width":1205}]){kind=logo}
Read More
about Gilbert Public Schools Invites Community to 9th Annual Run for Fun and Community Fiesta
![GPS Announces New Superintendent Dr. Jared Ryan]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1769795103/gilbertschoolsnet/lean5noiesiwxh1pv8dd/JaredRyanSupNewsThumbnail.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1769795103/gilbertschoolsnet/lean5noiesiwxh1pv8dd/JaredRyanSupNewsThumbnail.png","width":512}])
Read More
about GPS Governing Board Announces Dr. Jared Ryan as Superintendent
![A black and white aerial view of a rural area with a large building complex surrounded by fields and hills in the background.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1768930857/gilbertschoolsnet/es48b1qbmfadgjkwraap/13FactsofGPSThumbnail.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1768930857/gilbertschoolsnet/es48b1qbmfadgjkwraap/13FactsofGPSThumbnail.png","width":512}])
Read More
about 13 Facts to Celebrate 113 Years of Gilbert Public Schools