Serving 776 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Arizona Desert Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 776 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Arizona Desert Elementary School's student population of 776 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
776 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Expecting Excellence. Inspiring Innovation. Achieving Greatness.
School Rankings
Arizona Desert Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arizona Desert Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#902 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
85%
48%
Black
9%
6%
White
3%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arizona Desert Elementary School's ranking?
Arizona Desert Elementary School is ranked #902 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Arizona Desert Elementary School often compared to?
Arizona Desert Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Desert Oasis Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Arizona Desert Elementary School?
776 students attend Arizona Desert Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Arizona Desert Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arizona Desert Elementary School?
Arizona Desert Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Arizona Desert Elementary School offer ?
Arizona Desert Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Arizona Desert Elementary School part of?
Arizona Desert Elementary School is part of Tolleson Elementary District (4264) School District.
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