GILA VISTA JR HIGH SCHOOL

Gila Vista Jr High School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Yuma Elementary District (4499) school district, located in Yuma, AZ with about 470 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th 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 24 teachers, Gila Vista Jr High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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 Vista Jr. High School, located in Yuma, Arizona, is a public middle school serving students in grades 6 through 8. As part of the Yuma School District One, the campus is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic growth and the social-emotional development of its students. The school offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare adolescents for the transition to high school, incorporating core subjects like mathematics, science, language arts, and social studies, alongside various elective opportunities.

The school strives to engage its local community and maintain strong parent-teacher partnerships to ensure student success. By utilizing a variety of instructional strategies and extracurricular activities, Gila Vista Jr. High focuses on building a well-rounded educational experience that encourages students to develop critical thinking skills, personal responsibility, and a sense of school spirit. For more detailed information regarding their academic programs, faculty, or upcoming school events, you can visit their official website at [www.gilavista.org](http://www.gilavista.org).

For more information, contact Gila Vista Jr High School at (928) 782-5174 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.