DESERT WILLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Desert Willow Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Casa Grande Elementary District (4446) school district, located in Casa Grande, AZ with about 534 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 22 teachers, Desert Willow Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 24:1. 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 Willow Elementary School, located in Casa Grande, Arizona, is part of the Casa Grande Elementary School District. Serving the local community, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and student engagement. It focuses on providing a well-rounded education that prepares young learners for success in middle school and beyond, often utilizing modern instructional practices to meet the diverse needs of its student body.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Desert Willow places a strong emphasis on cultivating a sense of community and school spirit. The campus environment is designed to be inclusive and safe, encouraging parental involvement and collaboration between teachers, students, and families. By offering various resources and opportunities for extracurricular growth, the school aims to help students build a solid foundation in literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional skills, ensuring they feel connected to their educational journey and the wider Casa Grande area.

For more information, contact Desert Willow Elementary School at (520) 836-2111 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.