DESERT VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Desert Valley Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Peoria Unified School District (4237) school district, located in Glendale, AZ with about 546 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 37 teachers, Desert Valley Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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 Valley Elementary School is a public school located in Glendale, Arizona, serving students within the Peoria Unified School District. The school is committed to fostering a positive and rigorous academic environment where students are encouraged to reach their full potential. With a focus on foundational education, the school emphasizes a comprehensive curriculum that aims to prepare children for success in middle school and beyond, while maintaining a supportive atmosphere that prioritizes student growth and community involvement.
Beyond its core academic offerings, Desert Valley Elementary places a strong emphasis on character development and community spirit. The school provides various resources and programs designed to engage both students and families, promoting a collaborative culture. By maintaining a close connection with the Peoria Unified School District, the school utilizes district-wide standards and instructional best practices to ensure that all students have access to a consistent, high-quality education in a safe and welcoming setting.
For more information, contact Desert Valley Elementary School at (623) 412-4750 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Glendale, AZ 85304
(623) 412-4750
DESERT VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Glendale, AZ with about 546 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Arizona
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Peoria Unified School District (4237)
- Total Students:
- 546
- Teachers:
- 37.16
- 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 546 students
- White
- 50.7%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 35.5%
- Black or African American
- 6.6%
- Two or more races
- 3.3%
- Asian
- 2.4%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.7%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.7%
- Female
- 46.7%
- Male
- 53.3%
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.