Serving 869 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Desert Mountain Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (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 20:1 is higher 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 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 869 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Desert Mountain 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 Mountain Elementary School's student population of 869 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
869 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Desert Mountain 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 Mountain Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#210 out of 1854 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
21%
47%
Black
2%
6%
White
69%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Desert Mountain Elementary School's ranking?
Desert Mountain Elementary School is ranked #210 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Desert Mountain Elementary School often compared to?
Desert Mountain Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cortina Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% 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 Mountain Elementary School?
869 students attend Desert Mountain Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Desert Mountain Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Desert Mountain Elementary School?
Desert Mountain Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Desert Mountain Elementary School offer ?
Desert Mountain Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Desert Mountain Elementary School part of?
Desert Mountain Elementary School is part of Queen Creek Unified District (4245) School District.
In what neighborhood is Desert Mountain Elementary School located?
Desert Mountain Elementary School is located in the La Princessa Ranchitos neighborhood of Queen Creek, AZ.
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