Very Good
#51 of 225 private schools in AZ
Top 22% of private schools
Desert Christian School
School
7525 E SPEEDWAY BLVD, Tucson, AZ 85710
Enrollment
425
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
425
Student-Teacher
7.6:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Arizona private schools
#51 of 225
In Tucson
#12 of 36
public schools
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Desert Christian School
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About Desert Christian School
Desert Christian School is a private school in Tucson, AZ. Desert Christian School serves approximately 425 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Desert Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #51 of 225 private schools in AZ.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- AZ avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 7.6:1 students to teachers, Desert Christian School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Desert Christian School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Desert Christian School compares to 289 public schools serving similar grades in Tucson, AZ
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Desert Christian School (this school) | 7.2 |
| TIA East | 6.0 |
| Hudlow Elementary School | 4.7 |
| Magee Middle School | 4.6 |
| Bloom Elementary | 6.2 |
| Booth-Fickett Math/Science Magnet School | 4.3 |
| Sahuaro High School | 5.2 |
| PCJTED - Sahuaro High School | — |
| Eastpointe High School | 4.5 |
| La Paloma Academy | 5.7 |
| Leman Academy of Excellence - Central Tucson | 5.1 |
| Annie Kellond Elementary School | 8.0 |
| Harold Steele Elementary School | 4.0 |
| Anna Henry Elementary School | 6.1 |
| Academy of Tucson Middle School | 4.2 |
| Da Vinci Tree Academy | 7.9 |
| Academy of Tucson Elementary School | 4.6 |
| W Arthur Sewel Elementary School | 6.9 |
| Ida Flood Dodge Traditional Middle Magnet School | 6.2 |
| Tucson Country Day School | 4.8 |
| Fruchthendler Elementary School | 9.6 |
Showing 20 of 289 schools. View all schools in Tucson
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in AZ.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in AZ
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
7525 E SPEEDWAY BLVD, Tucson, AZ 85710
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Desert Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. AUTISM ACADEMY FOR EDUCATION & DEVELOPMENT (rated 7.3/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is TIA East (rated 6.0/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, CALVERY CHAPEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 4.6/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TIA East Tucson | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Hudlow Elementary School Tucson | 1.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Online School of Arizona Scottsdale | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Magee Middle School Tucson | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Bloom Elementary Tucson | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| AUTISM ACADEMY FOR EDUCATION & DEVELOPMENT Tucson | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Booth-Fickett Math/Science Magnet School Tucson | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| FAMILY LIFE ACADEMY Tucson | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Eastpointe High School Tucson | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
| PCJTED - Sahuaro High School Tucson | 1.5 mi | — |
| Sahuaro High School Tucson | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| CALVERY CHAPEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Tucson | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| La Paloma Academy Tucson | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| ST MICHAEL'S PARISH DAY SCHOOL Tucson | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| CASA NINOS SCHOOL OF MONTESSORI - EAST CAMPUS Tucson | 1.7 mi | — |
| Annie Kellond Elementary School Tucson | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Leman Academy of Excellence - Central Tucson Tucson | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Harold Steele Elementary School Tucson | 2.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Academy of Tucson Middle School Tucson | 2.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Da Vinci Tree Academy Tucson | 2.1 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85710 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,738
Median Home Value
$245,900
Median Rent
$1,169/mo
Population
55,004
College Educated
30.7%
Homeownership
55.6%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
12.5%
Median Age
41.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Desert Christian School
What grades does Desert Christian School serve?
Desert Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Desert Christian School?
Desert Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 425 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Desert Christian School?
The student-teacher ratio at Desert Christian School is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Desert Christian School rank in AZ?
Desert Christian School ranks #51 of 225 private schools in AZ.
What is Desert Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?
Desert Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Desert Christian School a private school?
Yes, Desert Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Desert Christian School a religious school?
Desert Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 425
- Gender Split
- 57% M / 43% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 56
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Pima County
- Phone
- (520) 901-5499
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