Ajo Elementary School

School Overview
Ajo Elementary School, located in the remote desert community of Ajo, Arizona, serves as a vital educational anchor for a unique, close-knit population. As part of the Ajo Unified School District, the school is situated in a historically significant copper mining town near the border of Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument. Because of its isolated location, the school plays a central role in the community, often functioning as a hub for local engagement and support for families living in this rural region.

The school is committed to providing a comprehensive elementary education that balances core academic requirements with a focus on student well-being. Given the district's size, Ajo Elementary emphasizes personalized attention, fostering an environment where teachers and staff can build strong relationships with students. The curriculum aims to prepare children for success in higher grades while celebrating the cultural diversity and history of the Ajo area. Through its digital resources and community partnerships, the school strives to bridge the challenges posed by its geographic isolation to ensure students have access to modern learning opportunities.
268
Total Students
15.0
Full-Time Teachers
17.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Ajo Elementary School
Demographic Student Count
White38
Hispanic191
Black5
Asian3
Two or More10
American Indian21
  • Hispanic
    191 (71.3 %)
  • White
    38 (14.2 %)
  • American Indian
    21 (7.8 %)
  • Two or More
    10 (3.7 %)
  • Black
    5 (1.9 %)
  • Asian
    3 (1.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Ajo Unified District (4409)
Phone: (520)387-7602
Website: http://www.ajoschools.org
Grade Range: Pre-K - 8th
Total Students: 268
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 15.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Provision 2
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 12
Kindergarten 24
Grade 1 21
Grade 2 26
Grade 3 21
Grade 4 29
Grade 5 31
Grade 6 30
Grade 7 41
Grade 8 33

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Ajo Elementary School
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten12
Kindergarten24
Grade 121
Grade 226
Grade 321
Grade 429
Grade 531
Grade 630
Grade 741
Grade 833
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Ajo Elementary School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female12245.5%
Male14654.5%