Serving 191 students in grades 6-12, Desert View Middle & High School ranks in the top 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 191 students
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Desert View Middle & High School's student population of 191 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
191 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Desert View Middle & High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Desert View Middle & High School is 0.36, 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
#976 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
79%
47%
Black
1%
6%
White
15%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)<50%
76%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
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 Middle & High School's ranking?
Desert View Middle & High School is ranked #976 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Desert View Middle & High School often compared to?
Desert View Middle & High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fourth Avenue Junior High School, R Pete Woodard Jr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Desert View Middle & High School?
The graduation rate of Desert View Middle & High School is 50%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 76%.
How many students attend Desert View Middle & High School?
191 students attend Desert View Middle & High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Desert View Middle & High School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Desert View Middle & High School offer ?
Desert View Middle & High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Desert View Middle & High School part of?
Desert View Middle & High School is part of Carpe Diem Collegiate High School (80001) School District.
In what neighborhood is Desert View Middle & High School located?
Desert View Middle & High School is located in the Meyer Farms neighborhood of Yuma, AZ. There are 2 other public schools located in Meyer Farms.
School Reviews
2 10/30/2008
No extra curricular activities. Academics are good. Staff is horrible.
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