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Army
School Liaison
Bldg. 1001
Yuma, AZ 85365-9498
928-328-2860
312-899-2860
Contact information for key programs and services at this installation.
Each installation provides information about the types of schools and programs offered on or near your installation for your child. Learn about the types of programs, guidelines and requirements for each school. Whether you choose to send your child to a Department of Defense School, a private school or public school, your installation can help you explore all of your options to make the right decision for you and your child.
The local schools for Yuma Proving Ground (YPG) are James D. Price Elementary (grades K-5), Ron Watson Middle School (grades 6-8), and Gila Ridge High School (9-12).
Yuma School District One Exceptional Student Services provides services for students between the ages of 3 and 14 with special needs. All students with disabilities categorically eligible under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), regardless of severity, may receive services. These include students with impairments in speech and language, hearing, health, and vision, developmental delays, emotional and learning disabilities, intellectual disabilities, autism, traumatic brain injury, multiple disabilities, and other health impairments. For more information about services provided, specialists, preschool, technology, and independent living skills please call the exceptional staff office located at Post Complex, 400 W. 5th Street, Yuma, Arizona, 85364
Local Schools
The local schools for Yuma Proving Ground are James D. Price Elementary School (Grades K-5), Ron Watson Middle School (Grades 6-8), and Gila Ridge High School (Grades 9-12).
Public Schools
Yuma County presently has two separate public elementary/middle school districts and one public school high school district. Each district website provides links to each of their schools where you can find their mission, programs, registration information, student handbook, exceptional student services information, contact information, calendar, news and much more.
https://www.yuma.org/ Yuma Elementary School District One (home district for YPG)
https://www.craneschools.org/ Crane Elementary School District
https://www.yumaunion.org/ Yuma Union High School District
Transportation - Students 6th-12th grade are bused to/from their schools. James d. Price elementary (Grades K-5) is located on the installation.
Open Enrollment - Open enrollemnt enables Arizona students to attend public schools outside their attendance area as long as the school has capacity and families provide transportation.
Report cards, test scores, school characteristics, student enrollment and other applicable statistics can be found here by school and/or school district. https://www.azed.gov/
For information on the YPG School Liaison Program, contact the School Liaison Officer at 929-328-2860/3119.
Private Schools:
Charter Schools
Yuma School District offers several preschool options with different qualifying requirements. All preschool programs focus on the whole child in terms of development with program curriculum focusing on the five developmental areas including cognition, social emotional, communication, physical, and adaptive. Preschool programs do not provide transportation.
First Things First Preschool programs are located at Desert Mesa Elementary and Pecan Grove Elementary.
The Yuma School District #1 preschool program is located at O.C. Johnson Elementary.
The Exceptional Student Services preschool programs are located at Desert Mesa Elementary, Rolle Elementary, and Pecan Grove Elementary.
The Migrant preschool program is located at Pecan Grove Elementary.
Families must meet eligibility requirements for each program. For more information about these programs, please contact the Preschool Office.
Parents that wish to home school their child, must submit an Affidavit of Intent with the County School Superintendent within 30 days from the time their child begins to attend home school. Information on policies and procedures and/or support groups can be found here https://www.yumasupt.org/home-schooling.html.
The goal of the Yuma Proving Ground’s Army Education Center is to promote a pathway for soldiers, family members and civilians to reach their individual education goals. The education center uses a multimedia approach supporting soldier career progression, the college/testing programs and the investigation of career opportunities.
The YPG multi-use learning facility operates as a student center offering computer stations available Monday through Thursday, 6 a.m. to 4 p.m., for independent study.
The YPG Army Education Center is located at 301 C Street, Building 501, Room 102, Yuma, AZ 85365. Call 928-328-3926.
The General Educational Development test series must be taken at a GED Test Center in Yuma, Arizona. It is located at AWC Yuma Campus, College Community Center Building 3C, 2020 S. Ave. 8E, Yuma, AZ 85365. Call 928-344-7641 or visit azwestern.edu.
Higher Education Opportunities:
How can I plan for a successful transition?
When it comes to checklists for moving, finding out about schools typically lands near the too. The Department of Defense provides a variety of resources, whether you are searching for a new school for your child, for yourself or both.
Education consultants at Military OneSource can help connect you to a wide variety of resources. They can help you with information about colleges, and financial aid for yourself. They can also help find a tutor in the area for your child.
Spouse relocation and transition consultants can also help you make a smooth transition.
You can find more information on education, parenting, child care, relocation and special needs on Military OneSource.
Continuing Education
Education assistance for Service Members is provided by the Education Office.
Please contact the YPG Education Center at 928-328-3926 or DSN 312-899-3926 for further information.