Very Good
#569 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 28% in state
Desert Star Academy
Elementary School · Desert Star Academy (92302)
5599 Hwy 95, Fort Mohave, AZ 86426
Enrollment
503
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
503
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#569 of 2,006
In Fort Mohave
#2 of 4
public schools
Academic growth
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Desert Star Academy
Elementary School in Fort Mohave · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Desert Star Academy
Desert Star Academy is a public elementary school in Fort Mohave, AZ, part of Desert Star Academy (92302). Desert Star Academy serves approximately 503 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th. Desert Star Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #569 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Desert Star Academy show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Desert Star Academy 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.
46% of students at Desert Star Academy 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 Star Academy — Students at Desert Star Academy score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 18 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: 8.8/10.
How Desert Star Academy Compares
See how Desert Star Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
5599 Hwy 95, Fort Mohave, AZ 86426
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Desert Star Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mohave Accelerated Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Bullhead City), which scores notably higher. Another option is Young Scholars Academy (rated 7.7/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Bullhead City), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Camp Mohave Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 2.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Fort Mohave, see our Fort Mohave schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 86426 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,186
Median Home Value
$274,100
Median Rent
$968/mo
Population
15,520
College Educated
9.9%
Homeownership
85.8%
Avg Commute
23.4 min
Poverty Rate
14.4%
Median Age
59.4
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| Constitution Elementary School Phoenix, AZ | 7.4 |
| Copperwood School Glendale, AZ | 7.4 |
| Dorothy Stinson School Safford, AZ | 7.4 |
| Lakeview Elementary School Phoenix, AZ | 7.4 |
| Lowell Elementary School Mesa, AZ | 7.4 |
| Mountain Shadows Elementary School Glendale, AZ | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Desert Star Academy
What grades does Desert Star Academy serve?
Desert Star Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Desert Star Academy?
Desert Star Academy has an enrollment of approximately 503 students.
How does Desert Star Academy rank in AZ?
Desert Star Academy ranks #569 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Desert Star Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Desert Star Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Star Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Desert Star Academy has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).
Is Desert Star Academy a charter school?
Yes, Desert Star Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Desert Star Academy a Title I school?
No, Desert Star Academy is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 503
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Mohave County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.1%
- Phone
- (928) 770-4523
Resources & Links
District
Desert Star Academy (92302)- District Enrollment
- 503
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,579
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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