Serving 590 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Palomino Primary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 590 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Palomino Primary School's student population of 590 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
590 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Palomino Primary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Palomino Primary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1077 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
84%
48%
Black
6%
6%
White
5%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Palomino Primary School's ranking?
Palomino Primary School is ranked #1077 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Palomino Primary School often compared to?
Palomino Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Taylor Hicks School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Palomino Primary School?
590 students attend Palomino Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Palomino Primary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Palomino Primary School?
Palomino Primary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Palomino Primary School offer ?
Palomino Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Palomino Primary School part of?
Palomino Primary School is part of Paradise Valley Unified District (4241) School District.
In what neighborhood is Palomino Primary School located?
Palomino Primary School is located in the Paradise Valley Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 41 other public schools located in Paradise Valley Village.
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