Serving 338 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Desert Willow Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 58% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). 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 15:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 338 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Desert Willow Elementary School serves the west part of Cave Creek, AZ, covering an area of approximately 2.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2 miles away.
- 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 338 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
338 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Desert Willow Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Desert Willow Elementary School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#191 out of 1921 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Hispanic
21%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
White
70%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.9%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
10%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 22-year historical data
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 #191 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% 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, Horseshoe Trails Elementary School, Black Mountain Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
338 students attend Desert Willow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Desert Willow Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Desert Willow Elementary School?
Desert Willow Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Desert Willow Elementary School offer ?
Desert Willow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Desert Willow Elementary School part of?
Desert Willow Elementary School is part of Cave Creek Unified District (4244).
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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