Ajo Elementary School
268 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 8th
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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 38 |
| Hispanic | 191 |
| Black | 5 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More | 10 |
| American Indian | 21 |
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Hispanic191 (71.3 %)
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White38 (14.2 %)
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American Indian21 (7.8 %)
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Two or More10 (3.7 %)
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Black5 (1.9 %)
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Asian3 (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
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| 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 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 122 | 45.5% |
| Male | 146 | 54.5% |