At a glance
Reported students
482
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
23
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
21:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–08
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Arizona elementary enrollment
56th percentile
Compared with 1,189 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
482
Palo Verde Elementary School: 482 reported students.
State peer staffing position
88th percentile
21:1 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
- 435
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28.8
- Student–teacher ratio
- 15.1:1
What the reported data says about Palo Verde Elementary School
Palo Verde Elementary School is a public elementary school serving grades PK–08 in Palo Verde. It is one of 1 current school records connected to Palo Verde Elementary District (4275). NCES reports 482 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,189 elementary schools in Arizona with comparable records, this school is close in size to the reported median of 453 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 56th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 21:1, 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 (73.7%) and White (22%). English learners represent 14.5% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 12%. 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 Elementary School
- 1How do the reported 21:1 student–teacher ratio and 23 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
- 14.5%
- Students with disabilities
- 12%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- 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
- White22%
- Hispanic73.7%
- Black2.1%
- Asian0.4%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.6%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.2%
- Multiracial1%
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.
Public schools near Palo Verde Elementary 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bales Elementary School Elementary · Buckeye Elementary District (4269) | PK–08 | 699 | 5.4 mi |
| Buckeye Elementary School Elementary · Buckeye Elementary District (4269) | PK–08 | 1,150 | 5.7 mi |
| Westpark Elementary School Elementary · Buckeye Elementary District (4269) | PK–08 | 652 | 6.5 mi |
| The Odyssey Preparatory Academy - Buckeye Elementary · Charter · The Odyssey Preparatory Academy Inc. (90287) | KG–08 | 544 | 6.5 mi |
| Steven R. Jasinski Elementary School Elementary · Buckeye Elementary District (4269) | PK–08 | 855 | 6.8 mi |
| Marionneaux Elementary School Elementary · Buckeye Elementary District (4269) | PK–08 | 697 | 7.1 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Palo Verde Elementary School
What grades does Palo Verde Elementary School serve?
Palo Verde Elementary School reports grades PK–08 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Palo Verde Elementary District (4275).
How many students attend Palo Verde Elementary School?
Palo Verde Elementary School reported 482 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 56th percentile among 1,189 Arizona elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 435 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Palo Verde Elementary School?
The calculated ratio is 21:1, based on 482 students and 23 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 Elementary School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Palo Verde Elementary School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Palo Verde Elementary District (4275) attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
Which school district is Palo Verde Elementary School in?
Palo Verde Elementary School is part of Palo Verde Elementary District (4275), based in Palo Verde, AZ, which operates 1 current school. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Palo Verde Elementary School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Bales Elementary School (5.4 mi), Buckeye Elementary School (5.7 mi), Westpark Elementary School (6.5 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.