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)5 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)6 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)8 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 2,434 students at Cibola High School.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 9:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

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

Ron Watson Middle School

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

9851 E 28Th St, Yuma, AZ 85365

Castle Dome Middle School

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

2353 S Otondo Dr, Yuma, AZ 85365

Sunrise Elementary School

publicelementaryPK-5

9943 S. 28Th Street, Yuma, AZ 85367

3150 S. Avenue A Building C, Yuma, AZ 85364

Yuma Online Distance Academy

publichighGrade 9-12

3150 S Avenue A, Yuma, AZ 85364

4100 W 20Th St, Yuma, AZ 85364

Gila Ridge High School

publichighGrade 9-12

7150 E 24Th St, Yuma, AZ 85365

400 S 6Th Ave, Yuma, AZ 85364

3100 S Avenue A, Yuma, AZ 85364

Mary A Otondo Elementary School

publicelementaryPK-5

2251 S Otondo Dr, Yuma, AZ 85365

550 W 5Th St, Yuma, AZ 85364

Desert Mesa Elementary School

publicelementaryPK-5

2350 S Avenue 7 1/2 E, Yuma, AZ 85365

R Pete Woodard Jr High School

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

2250 S 8Th Ave, Yuma, AZ 85364

Pecan Grove Elementary School

publicmiddlePK-6

600 S 21St Ave, Yuma, AZ 85364

1201 W 12Th St, Yuma, AZ 85364

Palmcroft Elementary School

publicelementaryPK-5

901 W Palmcroft Dr, Yuma, AZ 85364

1010 Barranca Road Yuma Provi, Yuma, AZ 85365

Fourth Avenue Junior High School

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

450 S 4Th Ave, Yuma, AZ 85364

Gila Vista Jr High School

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

2245 S Arizona Ave, Yuma, AZ 85364

George Washington Carver Elementary School

publicmiddlePK-6

1341 W 5Th St, Yuma, AZ 85364

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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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Verified with NCES & state education agency data

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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