Gila Crossing Community School serves 319 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 46:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 319 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 46:1
- Math Proficiency: 8%
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5%
- Science Proficiency: ≤10%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gila Crossing Community School's student population of 319 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
319 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Believe You Can!
School Rankings
The diversity score of Gila Crossing Community School is 0.00, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
46:1
17:1
American Indian
100%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)66.1%
41.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
41%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Gila Crossing Community School?
319 students attend Gila Crossing Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Gila Crossing Community School students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gila Crossing Community School?
Gila Crossing Community School has a student ration of 46:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gila Crossing Community School offer ?
Gila Crossing Community School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gila Crossing Community School part of?
Gila Crossing Community School is part of Gila Crossing Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Gila Crossing Community School located?
Gila Crossing Community School is located in the Laveen Village neighborhood of Laveen, AZ. There are 11 other public schools located in Laveen Village.
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