INDIAN OASIS PRIMARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Indian Oasis Primary Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Baboquivari Unified School District #40 (4412) school district, located in Sells, AZ with about 377 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 3rd Grade. With about 31 teachers, Indian Oasis Primary Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Indian Oasis Primary Elementary School is located in Sells, Arizona, and serves as a vital educational hub within the heart of the Tohono O’odham Nation. As part of the Baboquivari Unified School District, the school is deeply committed to providing a culturally responsive education that honors the heritage and values of the Tohono O’odham community. The school focuses on fostering a supportive learning environment where students in their foundational years are encouraged to achieve academic excellence while developing a strong sense of identity and community belonging.
In addition to its core academic curriculum, Indian Oasis Primary Elementary emphasizes holistic student development through a variety of programs and dedicated staff. The school prioritizes the integration of technology in the classroom, student wellness, and active parental involvement to ensure that every child is prepared for future success. By bridging traditional cultural wisdom with modern educational standards, the school serves as a cornerstone for the Sells community, striving to empower its students to become confident, lifelong learners.
For more information, contact Indian Oasis Primary Elementary School at (520) 383-6750 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Sells, AZ 85634
(520) 383-6750
INDIAN OASIS PRIMARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Sells, AZ with about 377 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Arizona
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Total Students:
- 377
- Teachers:
- 31
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 377 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending INDIAN OASIS PRIMARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly American Indian or Alaska Native, representing about 94% of the student body.
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 94.4%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 3.2%
- Two or more races
- 1.9%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.3%
- White
- 0.3%
- Female
- 53.1%
- Male
- 46.9%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.