Best 85337 Arizona Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 600 students in 85337, AZ.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85337, AZ are Kiser Elementary School, Gila Bend High School and Gila Bend Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 85337 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Arizona public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 13% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 85337, AZ have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public middle school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Best 85337, AZ Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kiser Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
38739 W I 8
Gila Bend, AZ 85337
(928) 683-2588
Gr: PK-8 | 119 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Gila Bend High School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
308 N Martin Ave
Gila Bend, AZ 85337
(928) 683-2286
Gr: 6-12 | 172 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #33.
Gila Bend Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
308 N Martin Ave
Gila Bend, AZ 85337
(928) 683-2225
Gr: PK-8 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 93%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 85337, AZ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85337, AZ include Kiser Elementary School, Gila Bend High School and Gila Bend Elementary School.
How many public middle schools are located in 85337?
3 public middle schools are located in 85337.
What is the racial composition of students in 85337?
85337 public middle schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public middle schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

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