Gila Ridge High School vs Ron Watson Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Arizona, United States, 4.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gila Ridge High School
Yuma · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,249 students
Ron Watson Middle School
Yuma · Public middle · Grades 6–8
548 students
| Measure | Gila Ridge High School Yuma, Arizona | Ron Watson Middle School Yuma, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #201 of 286 | #93 of 203 |
| National rank | #12954 of 16,910 | #11755 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 2,249 | 548 |
| Enrollment | 2,249 | 548 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 24.7 | 21.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 36% |
| city | Yuma | Yuma |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (31.7 vs 30.9).
- •Gila Ridge High School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 36%).
- •Gila Ridge High School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 41%).
- •Ron Watson Middle School does better on students per teacher (21.1 vs 24.7).
- •Gila Ridge High School is the larger school with 2,249 students compared with 548.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Gila Ridge High School better than Ron Watson Middle School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Gila Ridge High School and Ron Watson Middle School?
About 4.4 km in a straight line, between Yuma and Yuma in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gila Ridge High School: 2,249. Ron Watson Middle School: 548. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gila Ridge High School and Ron Watson Middle School rank in Arizona?
Gila Ridge High School is 201st of 286 and Ron Watson Middle School is 93rd of 203 among high schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).