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Desert View Elementary School

📍 PHOENIX, Arizona Public

344

👥 Total Enrollment

Students enrolled

13.2:1

📏 Student–Teacher Ratio

Better than US avg (~16:1)

Pre-K–6

🎓 Grade Levels

9 active grades

26.0

👩‍🏫 Full-Time Teachers

FTE certified faculty

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Desert View Elementary School, an elementary public school serving grades Pre-K–6 in PHOENIX, Arizona, with 344 students and a student-teacher ratio of 13.2:1. Data: NCES 2024-2025.

📖 Academic Overview & Key Context

Located in PHOENIX, Arizona, Desert View Elementary School is a regular public school serving students from grades Pre-K–6. The school operates within the Washington Elementary School District (4260) in Maricopa County. With a current reported enrollment of 344 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 View Elementary School maintains a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.2:1. This favorable ratio is lower than the typical national public school average of approximately 16:1, offering opportunities for individualized guidance and collaborative classroom engagement. The campus educational team includes approximately 26.0 full-time equivalent (FTE) classroom teachers and certified instructional personnel.

Reflecting the multicultural fabric of PHOENIX, the student body at Desert View Elementary School represents diverse backgrounds. The most represented ethnic demographics include Hispanic (73.5%), White (10.2%), Black or African American (6.1%). 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

344 Students reported

Hispanic 73.5%

253 enrolled students

White 10.2%

35 enrolled students

Black / African American 6.1%

21 enrolled students

Two or more races 6.1%

21 enrolled students

American Indian / Alaska Native 2.9%

10 enrolled students

Asian 1.2%

4 enrolled students

Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander 0%

0 enrolled students

⚧ Gender Distribution Total 344

👦 Male 54.1% (186) 👧 Female 45.9% (158)

📊 Enrollment by Grade Level

Student distribution across all enrolled grade levels

9 Grade Levels

Pre-K

3 ★ top

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School facts

Address 8621 N 3RD ST, PHOENIX, AZ 85020

Phone (602) 347-4000

School district Washington Elementary School District (4260)

County Maricopa County

Grades Pre-K–6

Students 344 students

Student–teacher ratio 13.2:1

Full-time teachers 26.0

Community type City: Large

Level Elementary

Type Public

Virtual Not virtual

Coordinates 33.56315, -112.06875

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NCES school ID 040906000923

School year 2024-2025

Source NCES

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8621 N 3RD ST

PHOENIX, AZ 85020 Maricopa County

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

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What grades are taught at Desert View Elementary School? +

Desert View 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 View Elementary School? +

According to official National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) records, Desert View Elementary School has a total reported enrollment of 344 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Desert View Elementary School is 13.2:1, supported by approximately 26.0 full-time equivalent certified teachers.

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

Desert View Elementary School is a traditional public school located in PHOENIX, Arizona under the administration of the Washington Elementary School District (4260).

Where is Desert View Elementary School located? +

Desert View Elementary School is located at 8621 N 3RD ST, PHOENIX, AZ 85020. Families can reach the administrative office by telephone at (602) 347-4000 or by visiting the campus during regular school hours.