Serving 816 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Gowan Science Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 816 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Gowan Science Academy's attendance zone encompasses the entire Yuma, AZ school district, covering approximately 45.7 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.4 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 7.9 miles at the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gowan Science Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Gowan Science Academy's student population of 816 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
816 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gowan Science Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gowan Science Academy is 0.48, 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
#244 out of 1921 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
68%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
24%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.3%
41.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gowan Science Academy's ranking?
Gowan Science Academy is ranked #244 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Gowan Science Academy often compared to?
Gowan Science Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Desert View Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Gowan Science Academy?
816 students attend Gowan Science Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Gowan Science Academy students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gowan Science Academy?
Gowan Science Academy has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gowan Science Academy offer ?
Gowan Science Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gowan Science Academy part of?
Gowan Science Academy is part of Crane Elementary District (4501).
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