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| Somerton Elementary School District | |
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343 N Carlisle Ave Somerton , Arizona, 85350 | |
| District information | |
| Grades | K-8 |
| Superintendent | Dr. Laura Noel [1] |
| Schools | 6 |
| Students and staff | |
| Staff | 200 [2] |
| Other information | |
| Website | https://www.ssd11.org/ |
Somerton School District 11 is a public school district located in Yuma County, Arizona, United States. It serves students residing in the city of Somerton and the eastern part of the city of San Luis. The district manages a range of educational institutions including Somerton Middle School, Tierra Del Sol Elementary, Desert Sonora Elementary, and Bravie T. Soto Elementary, among others. [3]
The district offers educational programs spanning pre-kindergarten through 8th grade, including an early childhood learning center and adult education programs. [4] As of the 2023-2024 school year, the district serves approximately 2,600 students with a diverse and multilingual population, where a significant portion are English Language Learners (ELL). [5]
The district emphasizes a strong commitment to student achievement through programs such as Reading First, Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports of Arizona (PBISAz), family literacy initiatives, and STEM-related activities including robotics and band programs. [6] Somerton School District also prioritizes community engagement and teacher development, hosting district-wide teacher conferences and fostering a nurturing learning environment. [7]
The district is governed by a five-member elected board, with daily administration led by a superintendent and associate superintendent. In fiscal year 2006, the district employed approximately 137 certified teachers, alongside instructional aides and support staff. [8]
