Serving 657 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Desert Oasis 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 29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 657 students
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Desert Oasis Elementary School's student population of 657 students has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
657 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
2008
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Desert Oasis 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 Desert Oasis Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#831 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
33%
48%
Black
3%
6%
White
58%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Desert Oasis Elementary School's ranking?
Desert Oasis Elementary School is ranked #831 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Desert Oasis Elementary School often compared to?
Desert Oasis Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nadaburg Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Desert Oasis Elementary School?
657 students attend Desert Oasis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Desert Oasis Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Desert Oasis Elementary School offer ?
Desert Oasis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Desert Oasis Elementary School part of?
Desert Oasis Elementary School is part of Nadaburg Unified School District (4252).
In what neighborhood is Desert Oasis Elementary School located?
Desert Oasis Elementary School is located in the Desert Oasis at Surprise neighborhood of Wittmann, AZ.
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