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Desert View Academy

Elementary School · Juniper Tree Academy (79064)

PO BOX 6502, Yuma, AZ 85366

Charter

Enrollment

931

Score

5.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Yuma

#15 of 38

public schools

Arizona elementary schools

#707 of 1,216

Academic performance

9.0 / 10

Exceptional

About Desert View Academy

Desert View Academy serves 931 students from kindergarten through sixth grade in Yuma, Arizona. This charter elementary school demonstrates solid academic performance, earning a MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranking #543 out of 2,029 schools statewide, placing it in the 73rd percentile among Arizona schools. The school shows particular strength in mathematics, with 56% of students achieving proficiency or above across grade levels, slightly outpacing their reading performance where 54% of students meet or exceed proficiency standards.

These results contribute to Desert View Academy's strong academic score of 8.4 out of 10, indicating the school is effectively supporting student learning and achievement. As a charter school, Desert View Academy operates with increased flexibility in curriculum and teaching approaches while maintaining accountability for student outcomes. The school's performance suggests it's successfully leveraging this autonomy to create an educational environment where the majority of students are meeting grade-level expectations in core academic areas.

Desert View Academy is situated in the small city of Yuma, providing families with a community-oriented educational setting in Arizona's southwestern corner near the California border.

What Parents Should Know

Desert View Academy is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-3.65 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.0Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency56%
Reading/ELA Proficiency54%
Overall Proficiency55%
Expected (poverty-adj.)33%
vs. Expected+22.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile84th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment2.2Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Per-Pupil Spending$7,980

Desert View Academy — Students at Desert View Academy score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

0.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 56.7%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 57.3%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
64%
ELA
66%
2021*
Math
50%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
56%
ELA
54%

* 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: 5.5/10.

How Desert View Academy Compares

See how Desert View Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
42th percentile in AZ
Academic
9.0/10
9.0/10
Growth
5.5/10
Above average
Environment
2.2/10
Below average

Location

PO BOX 6502, Yuma, AZ 85366

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Desert View Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. H L Suverkrup Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mesquite Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Pueblo Elementary School (rated 6.1/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Yuma, see our Yuma schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Educational Opportunity Center Charter High School Yuma 0.1 mi 5.9
H L Suverkrup Elementary School Yuma 0.3 mi 7.4
Crane iLearning Academy Yuma 0.3 mi
Cibola High School Yuma 0.5 mi 5.0
Ronald Reagan Fundamental School Yuma 0.4 mi 5.3
Pueblo Elementary School Yuma 0.7 mi 6.1
Desert View Middle & High School Yuma 0.8 mi 6.9
Desert View Online School Yuma 0.8 mi
Centennial Middle School Yuma 0.7 mi 4.7
Gowan Science Academy Yuma 0.8 mi 5.2
Salida Del Sol Elementary Yuma 1.0 mi 4.3
Valley Horizon Elementary School Yuma 0.9 mi 3.0
Mesquite Elementary Yuma 1.6 mi 6.7
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Yuma 1.6 mi 5.3
Pecan Grove Elementary School Yuma 1.7 mi 4.8
YUMA CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Yuma 1.8 mi 5.8
Crane Middle School Yuma 2.0 mi 6.0
Gary A. Knox Elementary School Yuma 1.9 mi 4.8
O C Johnson School Yuma 1.9 mi 4.6
Alice Byrne Elementary School Yuma 2.0 mi 5.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Desert Harbor Elementary School Peoria, AZ 5.9
Desert Mesa Elementary School Yuma, AZ 5.9
Estrella Vista Elementary School Avondale, AZ 5.9
Hollinger K-8 School Tucson, AZ 5.9
Katherine Mecham Barney Elementary Queen Creek, AZ 5.9
Legacy Traditional School - Phoenix Chandler, AZ 5.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Desert View Academy

What grades does Desert View Academy serve?

Desert View Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Desert View Academy?

Desert View Academy has an enrollment of approximately 931 students.

How does Desert View Academy rank in AZ?

Desert View Academy is ranked #1162 out of 2,000 schools in AZ.

What is Desert View Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Desert View Academy has a composite rating of 5.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Desert View Academy?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Desert View Academy has 56.7% math proficiency and 57.3% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Desert View Academy a charter school?

Yes, Desert View Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Desert View Academy a Title I school?

No, Desert View Academy is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (1,686/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Yuma). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
931
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Yuma County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Juniper Tree Academy (79064)
District Enrollment
931
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$7,457
District Rank
#1 of 1

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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