Serving 682 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Desertaire Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 682 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Desertaire Elementary School's student population of 682 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
682 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Desertaire Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Desertaire Elementary School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4827 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
79%
53%
Black
7%
13%
White
9%
26%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Desertaire Elementary School's ranking?
Desertaire Elementary School is ranked #4827 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Desertaire Elementary School often compared to?
Desertaire Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Star Elementary School, Dolphin Terrace Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Desertaire Elementary School?
682 students attend Desertaire Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Desertaire Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Desertaire Elementary School?
Desertaire Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Desertaire Elementary School offer ?
Desertaire Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Desertaire Elementary School part of?
Desertaire Elementary School is part of Ysleta ISD School District.
School Reviews
5 8/25/2023
Desert Aire Elementary School helped me even when I moved in the middle of the year. I was caught up with subjects I was behind on, and the teachers are just great!!! (P.E., Subject teachers, Music teachers) I really wish I could have stayed longer but I enjoyed my time here. Good luck with present students or soon-to-be!!! (CRUSH THE STAAR)
5 4/10/2012
Desertaire is an amazing school. The teaching is very well formatted and taught at a comfortable pace.Music classes ( band and orchestra ) are available for grades 5th and 6th. Sports are taught during P. E. At the end of each year trophies are given out for a honor roll. a-b honor roll, perfect attendane, 1st place in Science Fair , ect. The school building is clean and well kept, as well as the portables surrounding the building. Voulunteers are welcome, parents may come in and schedule an appointment to talk with their child's teacher, open houses are also held throughout the year. I give Desertaire an A+.
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