At a glance
Reported students
2,249
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
91.59
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
24.6:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Arizona high enrollment
96th percentile
Compared with 770 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
1,508
Gila Ridge High School: 2,249 reported students.
State peer staffing position
89th percentile
24.6:1 reported; state peer median 18.1:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 2,178
- Teachers (FTE)
- 87
- Student–teacher ratio
- 25:1
What the reported data says about Gila Ridge High School
Gila Ridge High School is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Yuma. It is one of 8 current school records connected to Yuma Union High School District (4507). NCES reports 2,249 students for 2024–25.
Among 770 high schools in Arizona with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 80 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 96th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 24.6:1, above the Arizona median of 18.1:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (68.7%) and White (26.6%). English learners represent 3.9% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 8%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment. The school reported 11 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Gila Ridge High School
- 1How do the reported 24.6:1 student–teacher ratio and 91.59 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 5 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 3.9%
- Students with disabilities
- 8%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 5
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1
- Social workers (FTE)
- 1
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White26.6%
- Hispanic68.7%
- Black1.3%
- Asian0.3%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.6%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.1%
- Multiracial2.5%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
11 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Yuma Union High School District (4507)
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Cibola High School
High · Grades 09–12
2,434 reported students
Kofa High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,976 reported students
San Luis High School
High · Grades 09–12
2,682 reported students
Yuma High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,040 reported students
Somerton High School
High · Grades 09–12
608 reported students
Vista High School
High · Grades 09–12
175 reported students
Public schools near Gila Ridge High School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| STEDY- Gila Ridge HS Satellite High · Southwest Technical Education District of Yuma (ST (92705) | 09–12 | 2 | under 0.1 mi |
| STEDY- Arizona Western College High · Southwest Technical Education District of Yuma (ST (92705) | 10–12 | 4 | 0.9 mi |
| STEDY- Central Campus High · Southwest Technical Education District of Yuma (ST (92705) | 10–12 | 2 | 6 mi |
| Student Choice High School - Yuma High · Charter · GAR LLC dba Student Choice High School (78997) | 09–12 | 486 | 6.7 mi |
| Bill M. Manes High High · San Pasqual Valley Unified | 09–12 | 14 | 6.7 mi |
| San Pasqual Valley High High · San Pasqual Valley Unified | 09–12 | 177 | 6.7 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Gila Ridge High School
What grades does Gila Ridge High School serve?
Gila Ridge High School reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Yuma Union High School District (4507).
How many students attend Gila Ridge High School?
Gila Ridge High School reported 2,249 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 96th percentile among 770 Arizona high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 2,178 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Gila Ridge High School?
The calculated ratio is 24.6:1, based on 2,249 students and 91.59 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Arizona median for the same school level is 18.1:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Gila Ridge High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Gila Ridge High School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Yuma Union High School District (4507) attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
Which school district is Gila Ridge High School in?
Gila Ridge High School is part of Yuma Union High School District (4507), based in Yuma, AZ, which operates 8 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Gila Ridge High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include STEDY- Gila Ridge HS Satellite (under 0.1 mi), STEDY- Arizona Western College (0.9 mi), STEDY- Central Campus (6 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.