Serving 495 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Desert Willow Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 495 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Desert Willow Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Desert Willow Elementary School's student population of 495 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
495 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Desert Willow Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Desert Willow Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#211 out of 1956 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
19%
47%
Black
n/a
6%
White
76%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
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 Willow Elementary School's ranking?
Desert Willow Elementary School is ranked #211 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Desert Willow Elementary School often compared to?
Desert Willow Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lone Mountain Elementary School, Black Mountain Elementary School, Horseshoe Trails Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Desert Willow Elementary School?
495 students attend Desert Willow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Desert Willow Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Desert Willow Elementary School?
Desert Willow Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Desert Willow Elementary School offer ?
Desert Willow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Desert Willow Elementary School part of?
Desert Willow Elementary School is part of Cave Creek Unified District (4244) School District.
In what neighborhood is Desert Willow Elementary School located?
Desert Willow Elementary School is located in the Desert View Village neighborhood of Cave Creek, AZ. There are 3 other public schools located in Desert View Village.
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