GILA BEND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Gila Bend Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Gila Bend Unified District (4238) school district, located in Gila Bend, AZ with about 255 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 17 teachers, Gila Bend Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Gila Bend Elementary School, located at 308 N Martin Ave in Gila Bend, Arizona, serves as a central educational hub for the local community within the Gila Bend Unified School District. As a small-town school, it is committed to providing a supportive and nurturing environment for students in the elementary grades, focusing on foundational academic growth and the development of essential life skills. The school emphasizes a close-knit culture where faculty and staff work collaboratively to address the diverse needs of their student population, fostering an atmosphere where students are encouraged to achieve their personal best.

The school’s curriculum is designed to meet Arizona state academic standards while integrating resources to help students thrive in a rural setting. By leveraging its district affiliation, Gila Bend Elementary offers various extracurricular opportunities and community-oriented programs that promote student engagement and parent involvement. For families seeking more specific information regarding enrollment, academic calendars, or district policies, the school maintains an official web presence at [http://www.gilabendusd.org](http://www.gilabendusd.org).

For more information, contact Gila Bend Elementary at (928) 683-2225 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.