Serving 448 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Palo Verde Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 448 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Palo Verde Elementary School's student population of 448 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
448 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Palo Verde Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palo Verde Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#924 out of 1854 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
63%
47%
Black
3%
6%
White
31%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
10%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palo Verde Elementary School's ranking?
Palo Verde Elementary School is ranked #924 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Palo Verde Elementary School?
448 students attend Palo Verde Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Palo Verde Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palo Verde Elementary School?
Palo Verde Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Palo Verde Elementary School offer ?
Palo Verde Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Palo Verde Elementary School part of?
Palo Verde Elementary School is part of Palo Verde Elementary District (4275) School District.
School Reviews
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