Serving 329 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Gila Bend Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 9% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 329 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gila Bend Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Gila Bend Elementary School's student population of 329 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
329 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Collectively Committed to Every Student, Every Day, Every Minute
School Rankings
Gila Bend Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gila Bend Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1858 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
21%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
68%
48%
Black
n/a
6%
White
7%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gila Bend Elementary School's ranking?
Gila Bend Elementary School is ranked #1858 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Gila Bend Elementary School?
329 students attend Gila Bend Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Gila Bend Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gila Bend Elementary School?
Gila Bend Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gila Bend Elementary School offer ?
Gila Bend Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gila Bend Elementary School part of?
Gila Bend Elementary School is part of Gila Bend Unified District (4238) School District.
In what neighborhood is Gila Bend Elementary School located?
Gila Bend Elementary School is located in the North Gila Bend neighborhood of Gila Bend, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in North Gila Bend.
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