Serving 784 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Desert Willow Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 784 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Desert Willow Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Desert Willow Elementary School's student population of 784 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
784 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Desert Willow Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Desert Willow Elementary School is 0.63, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#292 out of 1854 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
45%
47%
Black
6%
6%
White
41%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Desert Willow Elementary School's ranking?
Desert Willow Elementary School is ranked #292 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Desert Willow Elementary School often compared to?
Desert Willow Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mesquite Elementary School, Cottonwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Desert Willow Elementary School?
784 students attend Desert Willow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Desert Willow Elementary School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Desert Willow Elementary School?
Desert Willow Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Desert Willow Elementary School offer ?
Desert Willow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Desert Willow Elementary School part of?
Desert Willow Elementary School is part of Vail Unified District (4413) School District.
In what neighborhood is Desert Willow Elementary School located?
Desert Willow Elementary School is located in the Rita Ranch neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 10 other public schools located in Rita Ranch.
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