Serving 350 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Desert View Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Desert View Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Desert View Elementary School's student population of 350 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
350 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Desert View Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Desert View Elementary School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1302 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
73%
47%
Black
7%
6%
White
13%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Desert View Elementary School's ranking?
Desert View Elementary School is ranked #1302 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Desert View Elementary School often compared to?
Desert View Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Madison Heights Elementary School, Madison Richard Simis School, Sunnyslope Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Desert View Elementary School?
350 students attend Desert View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Desert View Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Desert View Elementary School?
Desert View Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Desert View Elementary School offer ?
Desert View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Desert View Elementary School part of?
Desert View Elementary School is part of Washington Elementary School District (4260).
In what neighborhood is Desert View Elementary School located?
Desert View Elementary School is located in the North Town neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
Spring Break - No School
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School for Students - Early Release Day
May 20, 2025 (Tuesday)
Last Day of School for Teachers
May 21, 2025 (Wednesday)
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