DESERT VISTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Desert Vista Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Apache Junction Unified District (4443) school district, located in Apache Junction, AZ with about 714 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 36 teachers, Desert Vista Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Desert Vista Elementary School, located in Apache Junction, Arizona, is a public school serving students in the Apache Junction Unified School District. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and the cultivation of essential life skills. By focusing on a well-rounded curriculum, Desert Vista strives to prepare its students for success in middle school and beyond, encouraging them to become active and responsible members of their community.
Beyond its core academic offerings, the school places a significant emphasis on building strong partnerships between educators, students, and families. Desert Vista utilizes various resources and community involvement initiatives to ensure that each student receives individualized attention and support. Through a combination of traditional instruction and modern educational tools, the school aims to create an inclusive atmosphere where students feel empowered to explore their interests, develop critical thinking abilities, and achieve their full potential.
For more information, contact Desert Vista Elementary School at (480) 677-7510 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Apache Junction, AZ 85219
(480) 677-7510
http://www.dves.ajusd.org
DESERT VISTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Apache Junction, AZ with about 714 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Arizona
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Apache Junction Unified District (4443)
- Total Students:
- 714
- Teachers:
- 36.83
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 714 students
- White
- 63.9%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 29.1%
- Two or more races
- 3.6%
- Black or African American
- 1.4%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 1.0%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.7%
- Asian
- 0.3%
- Female
- 44.3%
- Male
- 55.7%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.