Serving 484 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Desert Oasis 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 35% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 484 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Desert Oasis Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Desert Oasis Elementary School's student population of 484 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
484 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Desert Oasis Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Desert Oasis Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#692 out of 1854 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
32%
47%
Black
2%
6%
White
61%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
12%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Desert Oasis Elementary School's ranking?
Desert Oasis Elementary School is ranked #692 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Desert Oasis Elementary School often compared to?
Desert Oasis Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nadaburg Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Desert Oasis Elementary School?
484 students attend Desert Oasis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Desert Oasis Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 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 Oasis Elementary School?
Desert Oasis Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Desert Oasis Elementary School offer ?
Desert Oasis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Desert Oasis Elementary School part of?
Desert Oasis Elementary School is part of Nadaburg Unified School District (4252).
In what neighborhood is Desert Oasis Elementary School located?
Desert Oasis Elementary School is located in the Desert Oasis at Surprise neighborhood of Wittmann, AZ.
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