Gila Bend Unified District (4238)

Located at 308 N Martin Avenue in Gila Bend, Arizona, the Gila Bend Unified District operates as an active, traditional public school system serving students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. Overseeing two operational schools, the district provides a comprehensive educational framework that accommodates children throughout their foundational, middle, and secondary school years. Geographically situated in a rural remote setting within the wider Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler metropolitan area, the district plays a vital role in unifying its local community, delivering accessible learning opportunities tailored to the unique dynamics of Arizona’s desert region. Families and researchers seeking additional information can visit the district online at www.gbusd.org.

During the 2024–2025 school year, Gila Bend Unified District enrolled 481 students, consisting of 246 male and 235 female learners across all grade levels. The student body is culturally vibrant and diverse, composed primarily of 328 Hispanic students and 105 American Indian students, alongside White, Asian, Black, and multiracial peers. To ensure low student-to-staff ratios and well-rounded academic care, the district maintains a robust workforce totaling 146 full-time equivalent (FTE) personnel. This staffing framework includes 64 FTE classroom teachers, 15 FTE instructional aides, and 67 FTE support staff members, reflecting a strong institutional commitment to personalized instruction, classroom support, and holistic student development.