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Desert Sun Child Development Center
Elementary School
1512 W ELLIOT RD, Chandler, AZ 85224
Enrollment
19
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
19
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
About Desert Sun Child Development Center
Desert Sun Child Development Center is an private elementary school in Chandler, AZ 85224. The school serves approximately 19 students in grades Pre-K – Kindergarten with a student-teacher ratio of 9.5:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $90,886, where 40% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 19 students, Desert Sun Child Development Center is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 9.5:1, Desert Sun Child Development Center offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
As a private school, Desert Sun Child Development Center operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Financial Overview
Source: IRS Form 990 (2023 filing)
- Per-Pupil Spending
- Total expenses ÷ enrollment
- $45,767
- Per-Pupil Revenue
- Total revenue ÷ enrollment
- $45,039
- Financial Health
- Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
- 0.98x — Tight
- Tuition Dependency
- Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
- 55%
- Total Assets
- End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
- $1.1M
Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 19 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Desert Sun Child Development Center compares to 60 public schools serving similar grades in Chandler, AZ
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Desert Sun Child Development Center (this school) | — |
| Summit Academy | 5.2 |
| Pomeroy Elementary School | 5.6 |
| Dobson Academy The - A Ball Charter School | 6.5 |
| Sirrine Montessori Center | 6.1 |
| John M Andersen Elementary School | 8.4 |
| Primavera - Online | 6.9 |
| Vector Prep and Arts Academy | 6.6 |
| Chandler Traditional Academy - Goodman | 8.4 |
| Knox Gifted Academy | 8.6 |
| Hartford Sylvia Encinas Elementary | 7.6 |
| Paragon Science Academy | 6.3 |
| Legacy Traditional School - North Chandler | 5.8 |
| Bright Beginnings School #1 | 6.9 |
| Kyrene del Cielo School | 7.1 |
| Shumway Leadership Academy | 5.3 |
| Kyrene Traditional Academy | 5.5 |
| Galveston Elementary School | 5.7 |
| Sanborn Elementary School | 7.3 |
| Kyrene de las Brisas School | 6.0 |
| Dr Howard K Conley Elementary School | 6.0 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 19 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Address
- 1512 W ELLIOT RD, Chandler, AZ 85224
- Phone
- (480) 831-1718
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in AZ aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1512 W ELLIOT RD, Chandler, AZ 85224
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Desert Sun Child Development Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. John M Andersen Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 1.6 miles away). Another option is ST TIMOTHY CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Mesa). Additionally, Crismon Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Mesa). For more schools in Chandler, see our Chandler schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85224 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,886
Median Home Value
$391,000
Median Rent
$1,785/mo
Population
48,304
College Educated
40%
Homeownership
53.8%
Avg Commute
22.3 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
37.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding Desert Sun Child Development Center has a median household income of $90,886. It is a well-educated community where 40% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $391,000, with a median rent of $1,785/month. The local poverty rate of 6.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Desert Sun Child Development Center
What grades does Desert Sun Child Development Center serve?
Desert Sun Child Development Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Desert Sun Child Development Center?
Desert Sun Child Development Center has an enrollment of approximately 19 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Desert Sun Child Development Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Desert Sun Child Development Center is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Desert Sun Child Development Center a private school?
Yes, Desert Sun Child Development Center is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian 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 Sun Child Development Center a religious school?
No, Desert Sun Child Development Center is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (1,642/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Chandler). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 19
- Gender Split
- 37% M / 63% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 198 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- MARICOPA
- Phone
- (480) 831-1718
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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