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Very Good

#629 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 31% in state

Palmcroft Elementary School

Elementary School · Yuma Elementary District (4499)

901 W PALMCROFT DR, Yuma, AZ 85364

Enrollment

433

Student-Teacher

16.7:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#629 of 2,006

In Yuma

#6 of 40

public schools

In district

#4 of 19

Yuma Elementary District (4499)

School environment

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Palmcroft Elementary School

7.3/10

Elementary School in Yuma · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Palmcroft Elementary School

Palmcroft Elementary School is a public elementary school in Yuma, AZ, part of Yuma Elementary District (4499). Palmcroft Elementary School serves approximately 433 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Palmcroft Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #629 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Palmcroft Elementary School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.8
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

34% of students at Palmcroft Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.66 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency34% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-3.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
Resources & Environment7.6Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,416
Chronic Absenteeism33.5%

Palmcroft Elementary School — Students at Palmcroft Elementary School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 47.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 47.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
54%
ELA
63%
2010
Math
53%
ELA
64%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
75%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
68%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
41%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
51%
ELA
43%
2017
Math
48%
ELA
41%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
41%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
41%
2020*
Math
33%
ELA
29%
2021*
Math
33%
ELA
29%
2022
Math
34%
ELA
34%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.5/10.

How Palmcroft Elementary School Compares

See how Palmcroft Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
69th percentile in AZ
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
7.6/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

901 W PALMCROFT DR, Yuma, AZ 85364

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Palmcroft Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Alice Byrne Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Pueblo Elementary School (rated 6.7/10, 1.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, O C Johnson School (rated 6.6/10, 2.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Yuma, see our Yuma schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Vista High School Yuma 0.4 mi 5.9
Yuma Online Distance Academy Yuma 0.4 mi 4.0
STEDY- Kofa HS Satellite Yuma 0.4 mi
Kofa High School Yuma 0.4 mi 5.0
R Pete Woodard Jr High School Yuma 0.9 mi 4.9
YUMA CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Yuma 0.9 mi 5.7
AmeriSchools Academy - Yuma Phoenix 1.2 mi 6.0
Gary A. Knox Elementary School Yuma 1.0 mi 5.2
C W Mcgraw Elementary School Yuma 1.1 mi 6.4
Gila Vista Jr High School Yuma 1.2 mi 3.9
ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI SCHOOL Yuma 1.4 mi 5.7
YUMA ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Yuma 1.6 mi
Alice Byrne Elementary School Yuma 1.7 mi 6.8
Harvest Preparatory Academy Yuma 1.6 mi 4.9
Centennial Middle School Yuma 1.9 mi 4.7
Pueblo Elementary School Yuma 1.9 mi 6.7
Amerischools Academy North Phoenix 2.2 mi 6.5
O C Johnson School Yuma 2.2 mi 6.6
STEDY- Central Campus Yuma 2.4 mi
Desert View Middle & High School Yuma 2.2 mi 4.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85364 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,497

Median Home Value

$204,300

Median Rent

$963/mo

Population

72,125

College Educated

17%

Homeownership

59.1%

Avg Commute

18.9 min

Poverty Rate

18.7%

Median Age

32.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Palmcroft Elementary School

What grades does Palmcroft Elementary School serve?

Palmcroft Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Palmcroft Elementary School?

Palmcroft Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 433 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Palmcroft Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Palmcroft Elementary School is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Palmcroft Elementary School rank in AZ?

Palmcroft Elementary School ranks #629 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Palmcroft Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Palmcroft Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Palmcroft Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Palmcroft Elementary School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Palmcroft Elementary School a charter school?

No, Palmcroft Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Palmcroft Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Palmcroft Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
64 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
23 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
72 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
433
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Yuma County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.5%

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