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#203 of 225 private schools in AZ

Desert View Learning Center

Elementary School

4027 E LINCOLN DR, Paradise Valley, AZ 85253

Private

Enrollment

83

Student-Teacher

9.3:1

Score

4.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Arizona private schools

#203 of 225

In Paradise Valley

#3 of 3

public schools

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Desert View Learning Center

4.8/10

Elementary School in Paradise Valley · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Desert View Learning Center

Desert View Learning Center is a private elementary school in Paradise Valley, AZ. Desert View Learning Center serves approximately 83 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 9.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Desert View Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #203 of 225 private schools in AZ.

How it compares1.6 pts below AZ schools
  • This school 4.8 · Below Average
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 83 students, Desert View Learning Center 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.

At 9.3:1 students to teachers, Desert View Learning Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Desert View Learning Center is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Desert View Learning Center compares to the 3 public schools in Paradise Valley, AZ

Student-Teacher Ratio
9.3:1
This School
vs
16.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
83
This School
vs
450
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.8
This School
vs
8.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 94% vs 0%
Hispanic 3.6% vs 0%
Desert View Learning Center Paradise Valley Public Avg

All Schools in Paradise Valley

School Rating
Desert View Learning Center (this school) 4.8
Montessori Academy 7.9
Cherokee Elementary School 9.2
Kiva Elementary School 9.2

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in AZ.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 7.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C- 1.8 / 10
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School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 996
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 2.9 / 10
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Diversity Index 12%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.2 / 10
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Enrollment 83
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in AZ

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 94.0%
Hispanic 3.6%
Two or More 2.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

4027 E LINCOLN DR, Paradise Valley, AZ 85253

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Desert View Learning Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hopi Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Phoenix), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cherokee Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Madison Heights Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Phoenix), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Paradise Valley, see our Paradise Valley schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
CHRIST CHURCH SCHOOL Paradise Valley 0.1 mi 5.5
ACTON ACADEMY PHOENIX Phoenix 1.7 mi
Biltmore Preparatory Academy Phoenix 2.0 mi 6.8
COVENANT CHILD CARE CENTER Phoenix 2.0 mi
CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Phoenix 2.6 mi 5.3
Arcadia High School Phoenix 2.6 mi 6.7
Villa Montessori - Phoenix Campus Phoenix 2.5 mi 8.3
Camelback High School Phoenix 2.5 mi 4.7
Hopi Elementary School Phoenix 2.7 mi 9.2
THE JONES-GORDON SCHOOL Paradise Valley 2.8 mi 7.4
Tavan Elementary School Phoenix 2.9 mi 8.8
CHEDER LUBAVITCH ARIZONA Phoenix 2.6 mi 6.7
Madison Heights Elementary School Phoenix 2.6 mi 9.0
Monte Vista Elementary School Phoenix 3.1 mi 3.8
ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Phoenix 2.9 mi 6.1
Cherokee Elementary School Paradise Valley 3.1 mi 9.2
Montessori Academy Paradise Valley 2.8 mi 7.9
Ombudsman - Charter East II Phoenix 3.5 mi 4.9
Career Success School - Sage Campus Phoenix 3.4 mi 3.3
Ombudsman - Charter East Phoenix 3.5 mi 4.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85253 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$182,150

Median Home Value

$2,000,001

Median Rent

$1,935/mo

Population

17,202

College Educated

70.7%

Homeownership

84.4%

Avg Commute

20.7 min

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

54

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Desert View Learning Center

What grades does Desert View Learning Center serve?

Desert View Learning Center serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Desert View Learning Center?

Desert View Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 83 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Desert View Learning Center?

The student-teacher ratio at Desert View Learning Center is 9.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Desert View Learning Center rank in AZ?

Desert View Learning Center ranks #203 of 225 private schools in AZ.

What is Desert View Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?

Desert View Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Desert View Learning Center a private school?

Yes, Desert View Learning 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 View Learning Center a religious school?

No, Desert View Learning Center is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
11 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
83
Gender Split
51% M / 49% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
9
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
166 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Maricopa County

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