What types of schools are available in Yuma, Arizona?

Yuma, Arizona offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Yuma, Arizona

Q: How many schools are in Yuma, Arizona?

There are 46 schools in Yuma, Arizona, serving 25,825 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Yuma?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Yuma, Arizona, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 46 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

25,825

Total Students

Across Yuma

21.1:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

46 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

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Academic Proficiency Averages

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🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)0 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)4 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)2 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 816 students at Gowan Science Academy.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 17:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

Valley Horizon Elementary School

publicmiddlePK-6

4501 W 20Th St, Yuma, AZ 85364

Gowan Science Academy

publicmiddlePK-8

1020 W Avenue C, Yuma, AZ 85364

Salida Del Sol Elementary

publicmiddlePK-6

910 S Avenue C, Yuma, AZ 85364

4451 W. 28Th Street, Yuma, AZ 85364

Gary A. Knox Elementary School

publicmiddlePK-6

2926 S 21St Dr, Yuma, AZ 85364

2711 S Engler Ave, Yuma, AZ 85365

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Detailed Overview of Schools in Yuma

Yuma, Arizona is home to 46 schools serving over 25,825 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Yuma, Arizona?

There are 46 schools in Yuma, serving 25,825 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Yuma?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Yuma include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Yuma?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Yuma is 21.1:1.

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