YOUNG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Young Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Young Elementary District (4213) school district, located in Young, AZ with about 28 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 2 teachers, Young Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Young Elementary School is a small, rural public school located in the unincorporated community of Young, Arizona. Situated in a remote, mountainous region of Gila County, the school serves the local population of the Pleasant Valley area. Because of its isolated geography, the school functions as a vital anchor for the community, often maintaining close-knit relationships between staff, students, and local families.

As part of the Young Elementary School District, the school typically operates with a very small student body, allowing for individualized attention and a multi-grade classroom structure. The school’s curriculum focuses on foundational academics while leveraging its unique location to provide a distinct, community-centered educational experience. Despite its limited resources compared to larger urban districts, the school remains the primary source of K-8 education for the residents of the remote Young valley.

For more information, contact Young Elementary School at (928) 462-3244 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.