Imagine Desert West Elementary School

About Imagine Desert West Elementary School

Imagine Desert West Elementary School is a vibrant and diverse school located in the heart of the Arizona desert. Our students come from all walks of life, and we are proud of our commitment to fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment. We offer a wide range of educational experiences, from core classes to specialty classes, to ensure that our students are well-prepared for the future.
At Imagine Desert West Elementary School, we strive to provide a safe and supportive learning environment for all of our students. We have a number of programs designed to meet the needs of our diverse student body, including specialized programs for English language learners and students with special needs. We also offer a variety of extracurricular activities, including sports, music, and art, to provide our students with a well-rounded education.
At Imagine Desert West Elementary School, we believe that every student has the potential to succeed. We strive to provide our students with the resources and support they need to reach their full potential. We are committed to helping our students become lifelong learners and responsible citizens. We look forward to working with you to ensure that your child has a successful and rewarding experience at Imagine Desert West Elementary School.

Address:	6738 W Mcdowell Rd Phoenix, AZ 85035
Phone:	(623) 344-7150
Site:	dwdragons.org
Grades:	Charter School
Enrollment:	729 students

Overview Imagine Desert West Elementary School

Imagine Desert West Elementary School serves 729 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
Imagine Desert West Elementary School placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (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 11% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 39%) for the 2020-21 school year.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

Verdict on Imagine Desert West Elementary School

Imagine Desert West Elementary School is ranked within the bottom 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 Imagine Desert West Elementary School is 0.15, 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.