Very Good
#412 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 21% in state
Desert Mountain Elementary
Elementary School · Queen Creek Unified District (4245)
22301 S HAWES RD, Queen Creek, AZ 85142
Enrollment
740
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
740
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#412 of 2,006
In Queen Creek
#8 of 26
public schools
In district
#6 of 14
Queen Creek Unified District (4245)
Academic performance
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Desert Mountain Elementary
Desert Mountain Elementary is a public elementary school in Queen Creek, AZ, part of Queen Creek Unified District (4245). Desert Mountain Elementary serves approximately 740 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Desert Mountain Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #412 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Desert Mountain Elementary show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 8.1
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at Desert Mountain Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Desert Mountain Elementary — Students at Desert Mountain Elementary score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.7/10.
How Desert Mountain Elementary Compares
See how Desert Mountain Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
22301 S HAWES RD, Queen Creek, AZ 85142
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Desert Mountain Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dr. Gary and Annette Auxier Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cortina Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Frances Brandon-Pickett Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 2.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Queen Creek, see our Queen Creek schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85142 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$125,236
Median Home Value
$521,300
Median Rent
$2,092/mo
Population
87,201
College Educated
37.9%
Homeownership
88.7%
Avg Commute
30.9 min
Poverty Rate
5.3%
Median Age
36.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Desert Mountain Elementary
What grades does Desert Mountain Elementary serve?
Desert Mountain Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Desert Mountain Elementary?
Desert Mountain Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 740 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Desert Mountain Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Desert Mountain Elementary is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Desert Mountain Elementary rank in AZ?
Desert Mountain Elementary ranks #412 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Desert Mountain Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Desert Mountain Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Desert Mountain Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Desert Mountain Elementary has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Desert Mountain Elementary a charter school?
No, Desert Mountain Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Desert Mountain Elementary a Title I school?
No, Desert Mountain Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 740
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.3%
- Phone
- (480) 987-5912
Resources & Links
District
Queen Creek Unified District (4245)- District Enrollment
- 14,503
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,137
- District Rank
- #6 of 14
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