Picacho School

Picacho School is a regular public elementary school located in the rural area of Picacho, Arizona. Serving kindergarten through eighth grade students, Picacho School has an enrollment of 140 pupils and maintains a student-to-teacher ratio of 15.6:1 with nine full-time equivalent teachers. Despite its small size, the school faces academic challenges as reflected by its MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and a state ranking of 1781 out of 2029 schools in Arizona (12th percentile).

Academically, students perform below average with only 16% proficient or above in ELA/Reading and 6% proficient or above in Math. Picacho School is situated in a rural setting where community support and involvement play crucial roles in the educational environment. The school’s location offers a close-knit atmosphere that fosters personal connections among students, teachers, and families.

With an enrollment of 140 students, Picacho School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

While current test scores at Picacho School are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

Located in a rural area, Picacho School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.