Serving 482 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 top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 482 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Palo Verde Elementary School's student population of 482 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
482 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Palo Verde Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palo Verde Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#765 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
74%
49%
Black
2%
6%
White
22%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
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 #765 out of 1,921 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?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Palo Verde Elementary School?
482 students attend Palo Verde Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Palo Verde Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palo Verde Elementary School?
Palo Verde Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Palo Verde Elementary School part of?
Palo Verde Elementary School is part of Palo Verde Elementary District (4275).
School Reviews
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