Ajo Elementary School

School Overview
Ajo Elementary School, located in the remote desert community of Ajo, Arizona, serves as a vital educational anchor for a unique, close-knit population. As part of the Ajo Unified School District, the school is situated in a historically significant copper mining town near the border of Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument. Because of its isolated location, the school plays a central role in the community, often functioning as a hub for local engagement and support for families living in this rural region.

The school is committed to providing a comprehensive elementary education that balances core academic requirements with a focus on student well-being. Given the district's size, Ajo Elementary emphasizes personalized attention, fostering an environment where teachers and staff can build strong relationships with students. The curriculum aims to prepare children for success in higher grades while celebrating the cultural diversity and history of the Ajo area. Through its digital resources and community partnerships, the school strives to bridge the challenges posed by its geographic isolation to ensure students have access to modern learning opportunities.
258
Total Students
22.0
Full-Time Teachers
11.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Ajo Elementary School
Demographic Student Count
White29
Hispanic186
Black2
Asian4
Two or More10
American Indian27
  • Hispanic
    186 (72.1%)
  • White
    29 (11.2%)
  • American Indian
    27 (10.5%)
  • Two or More
    10 (3.9%)
  • Asian
    4 (1.6%)
  • Black
    2 (0.8%)
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: Ajo Unified District (4409)
Phone: (520)387-5618
Website: http://www.ajoschools.org
Grade Range: Pre-K - 8th
Total Students: 258
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 22.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.7
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Provision 2
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 14
Kindergarten 23
Grade 1 22
Grade 2 34
Grade 3 22
Grade 4 29
Grade 5 22
Grade 6 28
Grade 7 34
Grade 8 30

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Ajo Elementary School
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten14
Kindergarten23
Grade 122
Grade 234
Grade 322
Grade 429
Grade 522
Grade 628
Grade 734
Grade 830
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Ajo Elementary School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female12347.7%
Male13552.3%