Serving 187 students in grades 6-12, Gila Bend High 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 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 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 187 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 40-49% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gila Bend High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Gila Bend High School's student population of 187 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Mascot
Gila Monster
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
187 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Colors
White, Blue
School Rankings
Gila Bend High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gila Bend High School is 0.51, 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
#1466 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
23%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
66%
48%
Black
n/a
6%
White
7%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-49%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
9%
10%
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 High School's ranking?
Gila Bend High School is ranked #1466 out of 1,956 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gila Bend High School?
The graduation rate of Gila Bend High School is 40-49%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Gila Bend High School?
187 students attend Gila Bend High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Gila Bend High School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gila Bend High School?
Gila Bend High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gila Bend High School offer ?
Gila Bend High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gila Bend High School part of?
Gila Bend High School is part of Gila Bend Unified District (4238) School District.
In what neighborhood is Gila Bend High School located?
Gila Bend High 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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