Palomino Intermediate School

15815 N 29th St
Phoenix, AZ 85032
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 421 students in grades 4-6, Palomino Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 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 7% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 4-6
  • Enrollment: 421 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : Bottom 50% in AZ
  • : 7% (Btm 50%)
  • : 19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

School Overview

Palomino Intermediate School's student population of 421 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
421 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
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School Rankings

Palomino Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palomino Intermediate School is 0.15, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (AZ)
#1623 out of 1854 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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7%
32%
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19%
39%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
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American Indian
1%
5%
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Asian
n/a
3%
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Hispanic
92%
47%
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Black
5%
6%
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White
1%
35%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.15
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Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
29%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
9%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Palomino Intermediate School's ranking?
Palomino Intermediate School is ranked #1623 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Palomino Intermediate School?
421 students attend Palomino Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Palomino Intermediate School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palomino Intermediate School?
Palomino Intermediate School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Palomino Intermediate School offer ?
Palomino Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is Palomino Intermediate School part of?
Palomino Intermediate School is part of Paradise Valley Unified District (4241) School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 4-6
  • Enrollment: 421 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 7% (Btm 50%)
  • : 19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

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