Serving 140 students in grades 9-12, Desert Rose Charter School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 39%).
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 140 students
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: 15-19% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Desert Rose Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Desert Rose Charter School's student population of 140 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
140 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Desert Rose Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Desert Rose Charter School is 0.55, 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
#1259 out of 1854 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
4%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
61%
47%
Black
6%
6%
White
28%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
15-19%
76%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Desert Rose Charter School's ranking?
Desert Rose Charter School is ranked #1259 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Desert Rose Charter School?
The graduation rate of Desert Rose Charter School is 15-19%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 76%.
How many students attend Desert Rose Charter School?
140 students attend Desert Rose Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Desert Rose Charter School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Desert Rose Charter School offer ?
Desert Rose Charter School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Desert Rose Charter School part of?
Desert Rose Charter School is part of Desert Rose Academyinc. (79441) School District.
In what neighborhood is Desert Rose Charter School located?
Desert Rose Charter School is located in the Amphi neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 8 other public schools located in Amphi.
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