Excellent
#53 of 864 schools in NM
Top 6% in state
Desert View Elementary
Elementary School · GADSDEN
1105 VALLE VISTA DR, Sunland Park, NM 88063
Enrollment
493
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
493
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Mexico schools
#53 of 864
In Sunland Park
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 26
GADSDEN
Academic growth
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Desert View Elementary
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About Desert View Elementary
Desert View Elementary is a public elementary school in Sunland Park, NM, part of GADSDEN. Desert View Elementary serves approximately 493 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Desert View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #53 of 864 schools in NM.
Structured state assessment records for Desert View Elementary show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- District avg 7.5
- NM avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Desert View Elementary — Students at Desert View Elementary score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NM EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 23 test records from NM state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.8/10.
How Desert View Elementary Compares
See how Desert View Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1105 VALLE VISTA DR, Sunland Park, NM 88063
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Desert View Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE LINGUISTIC ACAD OF EL PASO-CULTURAL DEMO SITE (rated 8.4/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby El Paso), with a very similar rating. Another option is RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY (rated 7.8/10, 1.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, DON HASKINS PK-8 (rated 7.2/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby El Paso), a more accessible option. For more schools in Sunland Park, see our Sunland Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MOUNTAIN WEST MONTESSORI El Paso | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY Sunland Park | 1.8 mi | 7.8 |
| ZACH WHITE EL El Paso | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| ST MATTHEW CATHOLIC SCHOOL El Paso | 2.5 mi | 4.9 |
| ESCUELA MONTESSORI DEL VALLE El Paso | 2.7 mi | 5.3 |
| ST MARKS SCHOOL El Paso | 3.2 mi | 5.4 |
| SANTA TERESA MIDDLE Santa Teresa | 3.4 mi | 7.0 |
| CORONADO H S El Paso | 3.6 mi | 6.6 |
| MONTESSORI LEARNING CENTER El Paso | 3.8 mi | — |
| PUTNAM EL El Paso | 3.7 mi | 6.0 |
| DON HASKINS PK-8 El Paso | 4.1 mi | 7.2 |
| GADSDEN ADMIN COMPLEX PREK CENTER Sunland Park | 4.0 mi | 5.7 |
| IDEA MESA HILLS ACADEMY El Paso | 3.7 mi | 7.1 |
| IDEA MESA HILLS COLLEGE PREPARATORY El Paso | 3.7 mi | 7.8 |
| THE LINGUISTIC ACAD OF EL PASO-CULTURAL DEMO SITE El Paso | 4.1 mi | 8.4 |
| GUERRERO EL El Paso | 4.3 mi | 5.4 |
| CHARLES Q MURPHREE PK-8 El Paso | 3.9 mi | 3.1 |
| DAVINCI SCHOOL FOR SCIENCE AND THE ARTS El Paso | 4.4 mi | 6.0 |
| EL PASO ACADEMY WEST El Paso | 4.6 mi | 5.4 |
| HOWARD BURNHAM EL El Paso | 4.6 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 88063 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$35,947
Median Home Value
$121,900
Median Rent
$763/mo
Population
11,282
College Educated
13.1%
Homeownership
73%
Avg Commute
26.2 min
Poverty Rate
29.3%
Median Age
30.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALBUQUERQUE BILINGUAL ACADEMY Albuquerque, NM | 8.7 |
| HUBERT H HUMPHREY ELEMENTARY Albuquerque, NM | 8.7 |
| MESA VERDE ELEMENTARY Farmington, NM | 8.7 |
| WOOD-GORMLEY ELEMENTARY Santa Fe, NM | 8.7 |
| CHAPARRAL ELEMENTARY Chaparral, NM | 8.6 |
| LA UNION ELEMENTARY Anthony, NM | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Desert View Elementary
What grades does Desert View Elementary serve?
Desert View Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Desert View Elementary?
Desert View Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 493 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Desert View Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Desert View Elementary is 13.7:1. 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 rank in NM?
Desert View Elementary ranks #53 of 864 schools in NM.
What is Desert View Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Desert View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Desert View Elementary has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Desert View Elementary a charter school?
No, Desert View Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Desert View Elementary a Title I school?
No, Desert View Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Desert View Elementary?
100.0% of students at Desert View Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 493
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Doña Ana County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.9%
- Phone
- (575) 882-6203
Resources & Links
District
GADSDEN- District Enrollment
- 12,130
- Schools in District
- 28
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,250
- District Rank
- #2 of 26
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