Serving 751 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Desert View Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 34:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 751 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 34:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (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
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Desert View Elementary School's student population of 751 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
751 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Desert View Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Desert View Elementary School is 0.00, 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
#553 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
34:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
100%
48%
Black
n/a
6%
White
n/a
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
100%
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 View Elementary School's ranking?
Desert View Elementary School is ranked #553 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Desert View Elementary School often compared to?
Desert View Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cesar Chavez Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Desert View Elementary School?
751 students attend Desert View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Desert View Elementary School students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Desert View Elementary School?
Desert View Elementary School has a student ration of 34:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Desert View Elementary School offer ?
Desert View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Desert View Elementary School part of?
Desert View Elementary School is part of Gadsden Elementary District (4505) School District.
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