Needs Improvement
#1871 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Desert Rose Academy Charter School
High School · Desert Rose AcademyInc. (79441)
3686 W ORANGE GROVE RD STE 192, Tucson, AZ 85741
Enrollment
133
Score
3.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
133
Score
3.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,871 of 2,006
In Tucson
#237 of 257
public schools
Academic growth
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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Desert Rose Academy Charter School
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About Desert Rose Academy Charter School
Desert Rose Academy Charter School is a public high school in Tucson, AZ, part of Desert Rose AcademyInc. (79441). Desert Rose Academy Charter School serves approximately 133 students, and covers grades 9th-12th. Desert Rose Academy Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,871 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Desert Rose Academy Charter School show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- AZ avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 133 students, Desert Rose Academy Charter School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Desert Rose Academy Charter School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Desert Rose Academy Charter School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Desert Rose Academy Charter School — Students at Desert Rose Academy Charter School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
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: 7.3/10.
How Desert Rose Academy Charter School Compares
See how Desert Rose Academy Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
3686 W ORANGE GROVE RD STE 192, Tucson, AZ 85741
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Desert Rose Academy Charter School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Flowing Wells High School (rated 7.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Envision High School (rated 6.4/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pima Partnership School The (rated 5.7/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Amphitheater High School Tucson | 0.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Envision High School Tucson | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Tucson Preparatory School Tucson | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| L M Prince School Tucson | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Amphitheater Middle School Tucson | 0.7 mi | 3.3 |
| E C Nash School Tucson | 0.8 mi | 3.6 |
| Rillito Center Tucson | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Helen Keeling Elementary School Tucson | 0.8 mi | 3.5 |
| Academy Del Sol Tucson | 1.1 mi | 2.4 |
| Satori Charter School Tucson | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| SATORI Tucson | 1.1 mi | — |
| Douglas Elementary School Tucson | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Alternative Computerized Education (ACE) Charter High School Tucson | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Pima County JTED - Flowing Wells Tucson | 1.3 mi | — |
| Flowing Wells High School Tucson | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Pima County JTED - Amphi Land Lab Tucson | 1.6 mi | — |
| Amphi Academy Online Tucson | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Academy of Math and Science Tucson | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Montessori Schoolhouse Tucson | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Pima Partnership School The Tucson | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85741 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,812
Median Home Value
$268,600
Median Rent
$1,474/mo
Population
33,332
College Educated
29.7%
Homeownership
62.1%
Avg Commute
27.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.9%
Median Age
37.6
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|---|---|
| PPEP TEC - Celestino Fernandez Learning Center Tucson, AZ | 3.8 |
| Thrivepoint High School at Union Hills Glendale, AZ | 3.8 |
| Career and College Prep Phoenix, AZ | 3.6 |
| PPEP TEC - Raul H. Castro Learning Center Tucson, AZ | 3.6 |
| Arizona Collegiate High School Phoenix, AZ | 3.9 |
| Edge High School - Himmel Park Tucson, AZ | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Desert Rose Academy Charter School
What grades does Desert Rose Academy Charter School serve?
Desert Rose Academy Charter School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Desert Rose Academy Charter School?
Desert Rose Academy Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 133 students.
How does Desert Rose Academy Charter School rank in AZ?
Desert Rose Academy Charter School ranks #1,871 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Desert Rose Academy Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Desert Rose Academy Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Rose Academy Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Desert Rose Academy Charter School has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Desert Rose Academy Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Desert Rose Academy Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Desert Rose Academy Charter School a Title I school?
No, Desert Rose Academy Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 133
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Pima County
- Phone
- (520) 797-4884
- 4-Year Graduation
- 17.0%
Resources & Links
District
Desert Rose AcademyInc. (79441)- District Enrollment
- 133
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,373
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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