Palominas Elementary School
426 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 8th
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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 254 |
| Hispanic | 130 |
| Black | 7 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More | 27 |
| American Indian | 5 |
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White254 (59.6 %)
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Hispanic130 (30.5 %)
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Two or More27 (6.3 %)
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Black7 (1.6 %)
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American Indian5 (1.2 %)
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Asian3 (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
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| 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 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 203 | 47.7% |
| Male | 223 | 52.3% |
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Elementary School K - 8th