Below Average
#1760 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Desert Palms Elementary School
Elementary School · Peoria Unified School District (4237)
11441 N 55TH AVE, Glendale, AZ 85304
Enrollment
415
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
415
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,760 of 2,006
In Glendale
#71 of 82
public schools
In district
#41 of 42
Peoria Unified School District (4237)
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Desert Palms Elementary School
Elementary School in Glendale · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Desert Palms Elementary School
Desert Palms Elementary School is a public elementary school in Glendale, AZ, part of Peoria Unified School District (4237). Desert Palms Elementary School serves approximately 415 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Desert Palms Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,760 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Desert Palms Elementary School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 6.1
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
55% of students at Desert Palms Elementary School 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 Palms Elementary School — Students at Desert Palms Elementary School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
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: 2.9/10.
How Desert Palms Elementary School Compares
See how Desert Palms Elementary School 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
11441 N 55TH AVE, Glendale, AZ 85304
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Desert Palms Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Tumbleweed Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Phoenix), which scores notably higher. Another option is Arroyo Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Copperwood School (rated 7.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Glendale, see our Glendale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Marshall Ranch Elementary School Glendale | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Heritage School Glendale | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Ironwood High School Glendale | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Arroyo Elementary School Glendale | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Sahuaro Ranch Elementary School Glendale | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Desert Valley Elementary School Glendale | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Sunset School Glendale | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| GARY K. HERBERGER YOUNG SCHOLARS ACADEMY Glendale | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Sweetwater School Glendale | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| West-MEC Glendale Community College Glendale | 1.6 mi | — |
| GCC Early Childhood Learning Lab Glendale | 1.6 mi | — |
| Copperwood School Glendale | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Kachina Elementary School Glendale | 1.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Peoria eCampus Peoria | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| LITTLE SCHOLARS ACADEMY Peoria | 1.6 mi | — |
| Sunburst School Glendale | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Glendale American School Glendale | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
| ACES-PEORIA Peoria | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| SUNRISE MONTESSORI SCHOOL SOUTH Glendale | 2.0 mi | — |
| Tumbleweed Elementary School Phoenix | 1.9 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85304 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,976
Median Home Value
$345,400
Median Rent
$1,401/mo
Population
29,745
College Educated
24.3%
Homeownership
80.5%
Avg Commute
26.7 min
Poverty Rate
9.2%
Median Age
40
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Desert Palms Elementary School
What grades does Desert Palms Elementary School serve?
Desert Palms Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Desert Palms Elementary School?
Desert Palms Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 415 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Desert Palms Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Desert Palms Elementary School is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Desert Palms Elementary School rank in AZ?
Desert Palms Elementary School ranks #1,760 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Desert Palms Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Desert Palms Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Palms Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Desert Palms Elementary School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Desert Palms Elementary School a charter school?
No, Desert Palms Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Desert Palms Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Desert Palms Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 415
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 55.4%
- Phone
- (623) 412-4600
Resources & Links
District
Peoria Unified School District (4237)- District Enrollment
- 35,466
- Schools in District
- 44
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,026
- District Rank
- #41 of 42
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