For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 634 students in 85337, AZ.
The top ranked public schools in 85337, AZ are Kiser Elementary School, Gila Bend High School and Gila Bend Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85337 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Arizona public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 13% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85337, AZ have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85337, AZ Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kiser Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
38739 W I 8
Gila Bend, AZ 85337
(928) 683-2588
Gila Bend, AZ 85337
(928) 683-2588
Grades: PK-8
| 115 students
Rank: #22.
Gila Bend High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
308 N Martin Ave
Gila Bend, AZ 85337
(928) 683-2286
Gila Bend, AZ 85337
(928) 683-2286
Grades: 6-12
| 187 students
Rank: #33.
Gila Bend Elementary School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
308 N Martin Ave
Gila Bend, AZ 85337
(928) 683-2225
Gila Bend, AZ 85337
(928) 683-2225
Grades: PK-8
| 329 students
Rank: n/an/a
West-mec Gila Bend
Vocational School
777 N Logan Ave
Gila Bend, AZ 85337
(623) 738-0012
Gila Bend, AZ 85337
(623) 738-0012
Grades: 9-12
| 3 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 85337, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85337, AZ include Kiser Elementary School, Gila Bend High School and Gila Bend Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 85337?
4 public schools are located in 85337.
What is the racial composition of students in 85337?
85337 public schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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