Serving 311 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher 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 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 311 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (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 311 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
311 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gila Bend Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gila Bend Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1764 out of 1854 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
25%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
65%
47%
Black
n/a
6%
White
7%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
29%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gila Bend Elementary School's ranking?
Gila Bend Elementary School is ranked #1764 out of 1,854 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Gila Bend Elementary School?
311 students attend Gila Bend Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Gila Bend Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gila Bend Elementary School?
Gila Bend Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher 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
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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