Desert Springs Academy serves 110 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
Minority enrollment was 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
110 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
26%
48%
Black
4%
6%
White
64%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Desert Springs Academy (10969) School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Desert Springs Academy?
110 students attend Desert Springs Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Desert Springs Academy students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Asian.
What grades does Desert Springs Academy offer ?
Desert Springs Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Desert Springs Academy part of?
Desert Springs Academy is part of Desert Springs Academy (10969) School District.
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