Desert Valley Elementary School

About Desert Valley Elementary School

Desert Valley Elementary School is a public K-5 school located in the heart of the desert. It is a warm and welcoming place for students, staff, and families. The school has a dedicated and experienced staff that is committed to providing a quality education for all students. The school offers a variety of learning opportunities and supports, including a strong arts program, a variety of extracurricular activities, and a focus on student-centered learning.
At Desert Valley Elementary School, students are encouraged to become active participants in their learning. The school provides a safe and supportive environment for students to explore their interests, develop their skills, and grow as individuals. The school also emphasizes the importance of building strong relationships between teachers and students.
Desert Valley Elementary School is a great place for students to learn and grow. The school provides a supportive and nurturing environment that is focused on the individual needs of each student. The school also strives to create a sense of community and belonging among its students and staff.

Address:	12901 N 63rd Ave Glendale, AZ 85304
Phone:	(623) 412-4750
Site:	peoriaunified.org
Grades:	Pre-K – 8
Enrollment:	516 students

Overview Desert Valley Elementary School

Desert Valley Elementary School serves 516 students in grades Prekindergarten-8.
Desert Valley Elementary School placed in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 32%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 39%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

Verdict on Desert Valley Elementary School

Desert Valley Elementary School is ranked within the top 50% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Desert Valley Elementary School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.