Gila Crossing Community School serves 353 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). 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 29:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 353 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Math Proficiency: ≤5%
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5%
- Science Proficiency: ≤10%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gila Crossing Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Gila Crossing Community School's student population of 353 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 78% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
353 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
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)
≤5%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
29:1
17:1
American Indian
100%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
48%
Black
n/a
6%
White
n/a
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
40%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% 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?
353 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 29:1, 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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