At a glance
Reported students
548
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
22
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
24.9:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–08
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Arizona elementary enrollment
65th percentile
Compared with 1,189 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
493
Palo Verde School: 548 reported students.
State peer staffing position
96th percentile
24.9:1 reported; state peer median 16.3:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 413
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20.5
- Student–teacher ratio
- 20.1:1
What the reported data says about Palo Verde School
Palo Verde School is a public elementary school serving grades PK–08 in Casa Grande. It is one of 14 current school records connected to Casa Grande Elementary District (4446). NCES reports 548 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,189 elementary schools in Arizona with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 453 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 65th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 24.9:1, above the Arizona median of 16.3:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (67%) and White (16.2%). English learners represent 11.6% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 10.4%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Palo Verde School
- 1How do the reported 24.9:1 student–teacher ratio and 22 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 11.6%
- Students with disabilities
- 10.4%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White16.2%
- Hispanic67%
- Black8.6%
- Asian0.5%
- American Indian / Alaska Native3.3%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.2%
- Multiracial4.2%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Casa Grande Elementary District (4446)
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Cottonwood Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–08
515 reported students
Desert Willow Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–08
505 reported students
Ironwood School
Elementary · Grades PK–08
481 reported students
Cholla Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–08
458 reported students
Saguaro Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–08
456 reported students
Mesquite Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–08
439 reported students
Public schools near Palo Verde School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Center for Online and Innovative Learning Elementary · Casa Grande Elementary District (4446) | PK–08 | 332 | 0.8 mi |
| CGESD Online Learning Academy Elementary · Casa Grande Elementary District (4446) | KG–08 | 0 | 0.8 mi |
| Saguaro Elementary School Elementary · Casa Grande Elementary District (4446) | PK–08 | 456 | 1.4 mi |
| The Grande Innovation Elementary · Charter · The Grande Innovation Academy (92978) | KG–08 | 833 | 1.4 mi |
| Ironwood School Elementary · Casa Grande Elementary District (4446) | PK–08 | 481 | 1.5 mi |
| Mesquite Elementary School Elementary · Casa Grande Elementary District (4446) | PK–08 | 439 | 1.5 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Palo Verde School
What grades does Palo Verde School serve?
Palo Verde School reports grades PK–08 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Casa Grande Elementary District (4446).
How many students attend Palo Verde School?
Palo Verde School reported 548 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 65th percentile among 1,189 Arizona elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 413 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Palo Verde School?
The calculated ratio is 24.9:1, based on 548 students and 22 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Arizona median for the same school level is 16.3:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Palo Verde School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Palo Verde School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Casa Grande Elementary District (4446) attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
Which school district is Palo Verde School in?
Palo Verde School is part of Casa Grande Elementary District (4446), based in Casa Grande, AZ, which operates 14 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Palo Verde School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Center for Online and Innovative Learning (0.8 mi), CGESD Online Learning Academy (0.8 mi), Saguaro Elementary School (1.4 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.