PALOMINAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Palominas Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Palominas Elementary School District 49 (4180) school district, located in Hereford, AZ with about 452 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 26 teachers, Palominas Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Palominas Elementary School is a rural K–8 institution located in Hereford, Arizona, serving the educational needs of the surrounding community near the San Pedro River. As part of the Palominas Elementary District, the school is known for its small-town atmosphere and commitment to providing a foundational education that bridges the gap between early childhood and high school readiness. The school emphasizes a close-knit learning environment, often characterized by smaller class sizes and a supportive culture that focuses on both academic achievement and the social-emotional development of its students.

Situated along Highway 92, the school serves as a central hub for families in the area, offering a traditional curriculum supplemented by various extracurricular activities. Because of its location in a smaller district, Palominas Elementary often benefits from strong community involvement and a dedicated staff focused on personalized instruction. The school aims to foster a safe, inclusive environment where students are encouraged to develop critical thinking skills and personal responsibility as they prepare for the transition to secondary education.

For more information, contact Palominas Elementary School at (520) 366-6204 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.