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Palo Verde Elementary

9637 Avenue 196, Tulare, CA, 93274

About Palo Verde Elementary

Palo Verde Elementary is located at 9637 Avenue 196 in Tulare. The school serves grades K-8 with an enrollment of 490 students. The student–teacher ratio is 22:1. Math proficiency is 40% and reading proficiency is 34%. The student body is 49% female and 51% male. The campus is a safe and welcoming place for all students. The residential streets around the school site are lined with mature trees and shrubs. The central location is good for families because it's close to shopping and city services. People who live in the area for a long time and the community is stable. In the summer, mature trees give a lot of shade to homes. The campus is close to the police and fire departments in the area. A lot of the houses in this area have classic mid-century architectural styles. Prices for homes in this area range from $360,000 to $540,000. Feedback shows that the office staff is helpful and the administration is easy to reach. This school wants to be one of the best elementary schools in California.

Palo Verde Elementary Contact Information

Address

9637 Avenue 196, Tulare, CA, 93274

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Phone

(559) 688-0648

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 40%
Reading 34%
State average proficiency is 40% in Math and 34% in Reading.
23
Full-time Teachers
21 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
502
Total Students
TOP 2215 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Palo Verde Elementary

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:15 AM – 2:45 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:00 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 6.37%
Asian 0.6%
Hispanic 91.43%
Black 0.8%
Two+ Races 0.8%
Native Am. 0%
White
6.37%
Asian
0.6%
Hispanic
91.43%
Black
0.8%
Two+ Races
0.8%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 502
49.8%
250 Female
50.2%
252 Male

Student Population

502 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Palo Verde Elementary is happy that its students are still doing well in sports and intramural sports. These things help them learn how to stay healthy and work together. To make sure that students have the best possible place to learn in 2025, the school recently changed its safety rules and facilities. The Tulare County Office of Education also has competitions to build character, and students at Palo Verde are doing well in them.

FAQ

Q1. Is there a dress code for shoes at Palo Verde Elementary School during P.E.?

Ans. To keep kids safe and avoid foot injuries, students must wear closed-toe athletic shoes during physical education.

Q2. What kinds of outdoor learning spaces does Palo Verde Elementary have?

Ans. Teachers use the open green spaces and shaded areas on campus for outdoor science and reading lessons.

Q3. Does Palo Verde have a school-wide system for good behavior?

Ans. The school uses Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports to reward students who follow the rules on campus.

Q4. Does Palo Verde Elementary have a "Grandparents Day" event?

Ans. The school sometimes has special visitation days when family members can see what students are doing and how things are going on campus.

Q5: How does Palo Verde Elementary School handle allergies in the cafeteria?

Ans. The school has a table that is free of nuts and keeps a close eye on the meal plans of students who have documented food allergies.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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