Below Average
#212 of 225 private schools in AZ
Desert Christian Schools Pk12
School
9415 E WRIGHTSTOWN RD, Tucson, AZ 85715
Enrollment
429
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
429
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Arizona private schools
#212 of 225
In Tucson
#36 of 36
public schools
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Desert Christian Schools Pk12
School in Tucson · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Tucson Country Day School
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About Desert Christian Schools Pk12
Desert Christian Schools Pk12 is a private school in Tucson, AZ. Desert Christian Schools Pk12 serves approximately 429 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Desert Christian Schools Pk12 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #212 of 225 private schools in AZ.
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- AZ avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Desert Christian Schools Pk12 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 Schools Pk12 compares to 289 public schools serving similar grades in Tucson, AZ
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Desert Christian Schools Pk12 (this school) | 4.5 |
| Tucson Country Day School | 4.8 |
| Academy of Tucson Elementary School | 4.6 |
| Anna Henry Elementary School | 6.1 |
| Canyon Rose Academy-East | 7.0 |
| Bloom Elementary | 6.2 |
| Magee Middle School | 4.6 |
| Sahuaro High School | 5.2 |
| PCJTED - Sahuaro High School | — |
| Gridley Middle School | 5.1 |
| Eastpointe High School | 4.5 |
| Emily Gray Junior High School | 6.5 |
| Gale Elementary School | 7.8 |
| TIA East | 6.0 |
| Collier Elementary School | 8.8 |
| Soleng Tom Elementary School | 5.5 |
| Harold Steele Elementary School | 4.0 |
| Pima County JTED - Camino Seco | — |
| Fruchthendler Elementary School | 9.6 |
| Compass High School | 5.1 |
| Academy of Tucson High School | 6.9 |
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.
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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
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
9415 E WRIGHTSTOWN RD, Tucson, AZ 85715
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Desert Christian Schools Pk12 may also want to explore other schools in the area. TIA East (rated 6.0/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CALVERY CHAPEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 4.6/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Tucson Country Day School Tucson | 0.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Academy of Tucson Elementary School Tucson | 0.3 mi | 4.6 |
| CALVERY CHAPEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Tucson | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Anna Henry Elementary School Tucson | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Canyon Rose Academy-East Tucson | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| TANQUE VERDE LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Tucson | 1.4 mi | — |
| Bloom Elementary Tucson | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| PCJTED - Sahuaro High School Tucson | 1.6 mi | — |
| Sahuaro High School Tucson | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Magee Middle School Tucson | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Gridley Middle School Tucson | 1.9 mi | 5.1 |
| CASA NINOS SCHOOL OF MONTESSORI - EAST CAMPUS Tucson | 1.9 mi | — |
| Eastpointe High School Tucson | 2.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Gale Elementary School Tucson | 2.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Collier Elementary School Tucson | 2.3 mi | 8.8 |
| TIA East Tucson | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Emily Gray Junior High School Tucson | 2.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Soleng Tom Elementary School Tucson | 2.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Harold Steele Elementary School Tucson | 2.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Pima County JTED - Camino Seco Tucson | 2.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85715 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,651
Median Home Value
$330,900
Median Rent
$1,368/mo
Population
19,526
College Educated
46.9%
Homeownership
70.9%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
7.6%
Median Age
47
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Desert Christian Schools Pk12
What grades does Desert Christian Schools Pk12 serve?
Desert Christian Schools Pk12 serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Desert Christian Schools Pk12?
Desert Christian Schools Pk12 has an enrollment of approximately 429 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Desert Christian Schools Pk12?
The student-teacher ratio at Desert Christian Schools Pk12 is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Desert Christian Schools Pk12 rank in AZ?
Desert Christian Schools Pk12 ranks #212 of 225 private schools in AZ.
What is Desert Christian Schools Pk12's MySchoolScout rating?
Desert Christian Schools Pk12 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Schools Pk12 a private school?
Yes, Desert Christian Schools Pk12 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 Schools Pk12 a religious school?
Desert Christian Schools Pk12 has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 429
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Pima County
- Phone
- (520) 901-5499
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