Serving 686 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Desert Springs Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 686 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Desert Springs Elementary School serves the northeast part of Nampa, ID, covering an attendance area of approximately 4.1 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.8 miles to the school from the zone edge, reaching up to 2.7 miles at the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Desert Springs Elementary School's student population of 686 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
686 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
We are a community of educators committed to cultivating an environment of academic excellence for every student through strong educational practices and interpersonal awareness.
School Rankings
Desert Springs Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Desert Springs Elementary School is 0.56, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#236 out of 704 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
55%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
44%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
1%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
50%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21%
16.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
32%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Desert Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Desert Springs Elementary School is ranked #236 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Desert Springs Elementary School?
686 students attend Desert Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Desert Springs Elementary School students are White, 44% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Desert Springs Elementary School?
Desert Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Desert Springs Elementary School offer ?
Desert Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Desert Springs Elementary School part of?
Desert Springs Elementary School is part of Vallivue School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 15, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day of School (Early Release)
May 27, 2027 (Thursday)
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