Serving 548 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Palo Verde 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 11% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 548 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Palo Verde School serves the eastern part of Casa Grande, AZ, covering an area of approximately 21.1 square miles. Families within the zone typically live 5-10 minutes from the school, with an average distance of 2.9 miles to the edge of the attendance area, and the furthest point being 5.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Palo Verde School's student population of 548 students has grown by 85% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 57% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
548 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Palo Verde School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palo Verde School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1705 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
67%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
9%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
16%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)58.6%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
41%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
10%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palo Verde School's ranking?
Palo Verde School is ranked #1705 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Palo Verde School often compared to?
Palo Verde Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Legacy Traditional School - Casa Grande, Mary C O'brien Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Palo Verde School?
548 students attend Palo Verde School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Palo Verde School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palo Verde School?
Palo Verde School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Palo Verde School offer ?
Palo Verde School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Palo Verde School part of?
Palo Verde School is part of CASA Grande Elementary District (4446).
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