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4 schools in Gila Bend

Arizona · Public K-12

Gila Bend hosts 4 public K-12 schools inside Arizona, collectively enrolling about 600 students (around 150 per campus).

7-year change in Gila Bend

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
600
+56 (+10%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
3
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Gila Bend ElementaryElementaryPK-08309
Gila Bend High SchoolHigh06-12172
Kiser Elementary SchoolElementaryPK-08119
West-MEC Gila BendHigh09-120

About Gila Bend

Gila Bend, Arizona is home to 4 public schools, with combined enrollment of approximately 600 students. By school count, it is a small city.

In terms of grade levels, the city covers 2 elementary, and 2 high.

Average school size in Gila Bend is around 150 students, 70% lower than the Arizona average of about 508.

Over the past 7-year window. Combined enrollment now sits at 600 students, expanded 10% from the 544 reported in SY 2017-18.

In the discussion threads here, the community for Gila Bend discusses school events, board meetings, and seasonal calendars. Discussions cut across districts, schools, and grade levels.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools are in Gila Bend, Arizona?
There are 4 public K-12 schools in Gila Bend, with a combined enrollment of about 600.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Gila Bend?
Gila Bend has 2 elementary, 2 high public schools.
What is the largest public school in Gila Bend?
Gila Bend Elementary is the largest public school in Gila Bend by enrollment, with approximately 309 students.
What school districts serve Gila Bend?
Gila Bend is served by 3 public school districts, including Gila Bend Unified District (4238), Paloma School District (4255), West-MEC - Western Maricopa Education Center (80923).
What grade levels do public schools in Gila Bend cover?
Public schools in Gila Bend serve students from pre-K through grade 12.