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Desert Vista Elementary School

📍 Apache Junction, Arizona Public

435

👥 Total Enrollment

Students enrolled

16.2:1

📏 Student–Teacher Ratio

Students per teacher

Pre-K–6

🎓 Grade Levels

8 active grades

26.8

👩‍🏫 Full-Time Teachers

FTE certified faculty

About this school

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Desert Vista Elementary School, an elementary public school serving grades Pre-K–6 in Apache Junction, Arizona, with 435 students and a student-teacher ratio of 16.2:1. Data: NCES 2024-2025.

📖 Academic Overview & Key Context

Located in Apache Junction, Arizona, Desert Vista Elementary School is a regular public school serving students from grades Pre-K–6. The school operates within the Apache Junction Unified District (4443) in Pinal County. With a current reported enrollment of 435 students, it provides a smaller, close-knit learning environment designed to support academic and personal growth.

In terms of academic staffing and instructional attention, Desert Vista Elementary School maintains a student-to-teacher ratio of 16.2:1. This aligns closely with the United States national benchmark of approximately 16:1, balancing peer collaboration with focused teacher instruction. The campus educational team includes approximately 26.8 full-time equivalent (FTE) classroom teachers and certified instructional personnel.

Reflecting the multicultural fabric of Apache Junction, the student body at Desert Vista Elementary School represents diverse backgrounds. The most represented ethnic demographics include White (48.5%), Hispanic (42.3%), Black or African American (3.2%). This diverse mix contributes to a rich campus experience that prepares students for higher education and global careers.

👥 Student Demographics & Diversity

Official NCES reported race and ethnicity breakdown

435 Students reported

White 48.5%

211 enrolled students

Hispanic 42.3%

184 enrolled students

Black / African American 3.2%

14 enrolled students

Two or more races 2.5%

11 enrolled students

American Indian / Alaska Native 2.3%

10 enrolled students

Asian 1.1%

5 enrolled students

Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander 0%

0 enrolled students

⚧ Gender Distribution Total 435

👦 Male 59.3% (258) 👧 Female 40.7% (177)

📊 Enrollment by Grade Level

Student distribution across all enrolled grade levels

8 Grade Levels

Pre-K ★ top

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School facts

Address 3701 E BROADWAY AVE, Apache Junction, AZ 85119

Phone (480) 677-7510

School district Apache Junction Unified District (4443)

County Pinal County

Grades Pre-K–6

Students 435 students

Student–teacher ratio 16.2:1

Full-time teachers 26.8

Community type Rural: Fringe

Level Elementary

Type Public

Virtual Not virtual

Coordinates 33.40635, -111.50626

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NCES school ID 040079001461

School year 2024-2025

Source NCES

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3701 E BROADWAY AVE

Apache Junction, AZ 85119 Pinal County

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions asked by parents, students, and community members

What grades are taught at Desert Vista Elementary School? +

Desert Vista Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K–6. The school curriculum is structured specifically for these grade levels in accordance with Arizona state educational standards.

How many students attend Desert Vista Elementary School? +

According to official National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) records, Desert Vista Elementary School has a total reported enrollment of 435 students.

What is the student-to-teacher ratio at Desert Vista Elementary School? +

The student-teacher ratio at Desert Vista Elementary School is 16.2:1, supported by approximately 26.8 full-time equivalent certified teachers.

Is Desert Vista Elementary School a public or private school? +

Desert Vista Elementary School is a traditional public school located in Apache Junction, Arizona under the administration of the Apache Junction Unified District (4443).

Where is Desert Vista Elementary School located? +

Desert Vista Elementary School is located at 3701 E BROADWAY AVE, Apache Junction, AZ 85119. Families can reach the administrative office by telephone at (480) 677-7510 or by visiting the campus during regular school hours.