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#818 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 41% in state

Desert View Elementary Intermediate

Elementary School · Page Unified School District #8 (4196)

PO BOX 1927, Page, AZ 86040

Enrollment

547

Student-Teacher

19.5:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#818 of 2,006

In Page

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#2 of 5

Page Unified School District #8 (4196)

Academic growth

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Desert View Elementary Intermediate

6.8/10

Elementary School in Page · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Desert View Elementary Intermediate

Desert View Elementary Intermediate is a public elementary school in Page, AZ, part of Page Unified School District #8 (4196). Desert View Elementary Intermediate serves approximately 547 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Desert View Elementary Intermediate has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #818 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Desert View Elementary Intermediate show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts below district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 7.9
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

55% of students at Desert View Elementary Intermediate 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.32 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency23% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency14% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency19% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)22% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-3.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile33th
Resources & Environment5.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,592
Chronic Absenteeism55.4%

Desert View Elementary Intermediate — Students at Desert View Elementary Intermediate score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 30.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 30.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
39%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
33%
ELA
48%
2011
Math
36%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
48%
ELA
55%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
55%
2014
Math
24%
ELA
14%
2015
Math
31%
ELA
25%
2016
Math
31%
ELA
26%
2017
Math
33%
ELA
25%
2018
Math
26%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
26%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
13%
ELA
14%
2021*
Math
13%
ELA
14%
2022
Math
23%
ELA
14%

* 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: 8.3/10.

How Desert View Elementary Intermediate Compares

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

Overall Score
6.8/10
59th percentile in AZ
Academic
5.1/10
Average
Growth
8.3/10
Excellent
Environment
5.6/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
55.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

PO BOX 1927, Page, AZ 86040

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Desert View Elementary Intermediate may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lake View Elementary Primary (rated 9.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Glen Canyon Outdoor Academy (rated 6.7/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Grand Canyon), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Kaibeto Boarding School (rated 6.7/10, 30.4 miles away, in nearby Kaibeto), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Page, see our Page schools guide .

Nearby Schools

10 within 30.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Manson Mesa High School Page 0.1 mi 6.2
Sage & Sand Academy Page 0.1 mi
Page High School Page 0.2 mi 5.3
Glen Canyon Outdoor Academy Grand Canyon 0.5 mi 6.7
Page Middle School Page 0.5 mi 4.4
Tse'yaato' High School Page 0.7 mi
Lake View Elementary Primary Page 1.4 mi 9.1
Big Water School Big Water 16.5 mi 3.1
Big Water High Big Water 16.5 mi
Kaibeto Boarding School Kaibeto 30.4 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 86040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$82,544

Median Home Value

$124,600

Median Rent

$1,009/mo

Population

10,627

College Educated

23.7%

Homeownership

69.1%

Avg Commute

15.1 min

Poverty Rate

13.7%

Median Age

33.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Desert View Elementary Intermediate

What grades does Desert View Elementary Intermediate serve?

Desert View Elementary Intermediate serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Desert View Elementary Intermediate?

Desert View Elementary Intermediate has an enrollment of approximately 547 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Desert View Elementary Intermediate?

The student-teacher ratio at Desert View Elementary Intermediate is 19.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Desert View Elementary Intermediate rank in AZ?

Desert View Elementary Intermediate ranks #818 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Desert View Elementary Intermediate's MySchoolScout rating?

Desert View Elementary Intermediate has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 View Elementary Intermediate?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Desert View Elementary Intermediate has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Desert View Elementary Intermediate a charter school?

No, Desert View Elementary Intermediate is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Desert View Elementary Intermediate a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
28 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
16 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
547
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Coconino County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
55.4%

District

Page Unified School District #8 (4196)
District Enrollment
2,370
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,592
District Rank
#2 of 5

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