Serving 11 students in grades 9-12, Gila Valley Learning Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 44%).
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 11 students
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in AZ)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gila Valley Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Gila Valley Learning Center's student population of 11 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
11 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Gila Valley Learning Center is 0.30, 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)
(17-18)<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
82%
47%
Black
n/a
6%
White
18%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(19-20)<50%
76%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
39%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% AZ state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gila Valley Learning Center?
The graduation rate of Gila Valley Learning Center is 50%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 76%.
How many students attend Gila Valley Learning Center?
11 students attend Gila Valley Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Gila Valley Learning Center students are Hispanic, and 18% of students are White.
What grades does Gila Valley Learning Center offer ?
Gila Valley Learning Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Gila Valley Learning Center part of?
Gila Valley Learning Center is part of Pima Unified District (4220) School District.
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