School Overview
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.
426
Total Students
23.5
Full-Time Teachers
18.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Palominas Elementary School
Demographic Student Count
White254
Hispanic130
Black7
Asian3
Two or More27
American Indian5
  • White
    254 (59.6 %)
  • Hispanic
    130 (30.5 %)
  • Two or More
    27 (6.3 %)
  • Black
    7 (1.6 %)
  • American Indian
    5 (1.2 %)
  • Asian
    3 (0.7 %)
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: Palominas Elementary School District 49 (4180)
Phone: (520)366-6204
Website: http://www.psd49.net
Grade Range: Pre-K - 8th
Total Students: 426
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 23.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 18.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 42
Grade 1 42
Grade 2 42
Grade 3 50
Grade 4 53
Grade 5 54
Grade 6 56
Grade 7 36
Grade 8 51

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Palominas Elementary School
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten42
Grade 142
Grade 242
Grade 350
Grade 453
Grade 554
Grade 656
Grade 736
Grade 851
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Palominas Elementary School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female20347.7%
Male22352.3%