Serving 453 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Desert Canyon Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 453 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Desert Canyon Elementary serves the northeast part of Scottsdale, AZ, covering an area of approximately 6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 1.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 2.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Desert Canyon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Desert Canyon Elementary School's student population of 453 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
453 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Year Founded
1998
School Calendar
School Rankings
Desert Canyon Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Desert Canyon Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#53 out of 1921 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
6%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Hispanic
12%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Black
2%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
White
69%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.1%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 17-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Desert Canyon Elementary School's ranking?
Desert Canyon Elementary School is ranked #53 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Desert Canyon Elementary School often compared to?
Desert Canyon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cheyenne Traditional School, Anasazi Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Desert Canyon Elementary School?
453 students attend Desert Canyon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Desert Canyon Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Desert Canyon Elementary School?
Desert Canyon Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Desert Canyon Elementary School offer ?
Desert Canyon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Desert Canyon Elementary School part of?
Desert Canyon Elementary School is part of Scottsdale Unified District (4240).
In what neighborhood is Desert Canyon Elementary School located?
Desert Canyon Elementary School is located in the North Scottsdale neighborhood of Scottsdale, AZ. There are 3 other public schools located in North Scottsdale.
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