For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 482 students in Palo Verde, AZ.
The top-ranked public school in Palo Verde, AZ is Palo Verde Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Palo Verde, AZ public school have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Palo Verde have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Palo Verde, AZ (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Palo Verde Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10700 S. Palo Verde Road
Palo Verde, AZ 85343
(623) 327-3680
Palo Verde, AZ 85343
(623) 327-3680
Gr: PK-8 | 482 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Palo Verde, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in Palo Verde, AZ include Palo Verde Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Palo Verde?
1 public schools are located in Palo Verde.
What is the racial composition of students in Palo Verde?
Palo Verde public schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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