Serving 1,020 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Desert Meadows Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,020 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Desert Meadows Elementary School serves the west part of Laveen, AZ, covering an attendance area of approximately 3.7 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of about 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Desert Meadows Elementary School's student population of 1,020 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,020 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Desert Meadows’ vision is to have all students reach their academic and social potentials, with technology serving as a catalyst to learning.
School Rankings
Desert Meadows Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Desert Meadows Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#931 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
60%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
24%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.8%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Desert Meadows Elementary School's ranking?
Desert Meadows Elementary School is ranked #931 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Desert Meadows Elementary School often compared to?
Desert Meadows Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Laveen Elementary School, Cheatham Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Desert Meadows Elementary School?
1,020 students attend Desert Meadows Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Desert Meadows Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Desert Meadows Elementary School?
Desert Meadows Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Desert Meadows Elementary School offer ?
Desert Meadows Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Desert Meadows Elementary School part of?
Desert Meadows Elementary School is part of Laveen Elementary District (4276).
In what neighborhood is Desert Meadows Elementary School located?
Desert Meadows Elementary School is located in the Laveen Village neighborhood of Laveen, AZ. There are 11 other public schools located in Laveen Village.
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