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Desert Mountain Elementary School

Public | K-4 | 529 students

 

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Posted July 19, 2012

My daughter is starting her third year at DME. so far, we have been nothing but pleased. The teachers and staff have been wonderful. I can see how much progress she has made and look forward to the coming school year!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 23, 2010

I have 2 nephews that go Desert Mountain Elementary School, and I know that they are getting a very good education.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 22, 2010

Great school. My son has loved it here. Wonderful teachers. Can't say enough great things about it.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 28, 2010

My son recently graduated from Desert Elementary yesterday. I have to say that I was thrilled with the progress he made at Desert Mountain. Most kids are thrilled when the school year ends as it marks the beginning of the Summer break. My son was borderline depressed last night because he didn't want the school year to end. That alone should speak volumes about the quality of this school. I've come to know the principal personally and he is a wonderful guy. The teachers were excellent and kept my son engaged with the learning process when he could have easily grown bored.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 15, 2010

DME has wonderful teachers and staff! They are concerned about the success of all students.
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Posted May 8, 2010

We could not be more pleased with DME's teachers and staff.
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Posted May 6, 2010

A very engaged principal who really cares about the kids and the district. Great teachers too!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 5, 2010

The teachers at DME really care about the students, and offer many exciting curriculum choices. The parents are very involved and volunteer their time. The PTO is wonderful!! Like a family.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 5, 2010

All the teachers and staff are great.
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Posted May 5, 2010

The staff and teachers at this school are amazing. They are great at encouraging the kids and making everyone feel like a winner.
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Posted May 5, 2010

My grandchildren attend Desert Mountain and I have been very impressed with what I see.


Posted May 4, 2010

Desert Mountain is a great school! The teachers work together as a team, are friendly, and well connected to our students. Activities are appropriate and well- planned, and the principal is very involved. They've also got a wonderful before and after-school program, and as a single parent it's great to know my kids are taken care of until I can get back to pick them up. I've got 2 students at Desert Mountain, and we love it!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 4, 2010

Great teachers and principal. My son has/is receiving a good solid education. It is a clean and structured enviroment for children.
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Posted May 4, 2010

The staff is the best at this school!! They are always helpful and very personable. I feel that my child is receiving a great education in a safe environment. Could not ask for a better school.
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Posted May 4, 2010

The teachers and staff at this school are wonderful. They truely care about our children. I have two children who have attended two years and they love it.
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Posted May 4, 2010

The staff, teachers and principal are top notch! My daughter is thriving there...
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Posted May 4, 2010

The Principal and the teachers are personally involved in all the kids lives well beyond the classroom. They are very open to the parents/children fundraisers and community projects as well
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Posted May 4, 2010

I love the staff! They are great! They teach in productive ways and they love their students! They keep in touch with the parents and I always feel that I can call them anytime with any concerns that I may have.
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Posted May 4, 2010

The teachers are wonderful, caring and outstanding. The principle is the best..I bet he could name every child by site and the students are all terrific!
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Posted May 4, 2010

The Principal and staff are warm & welcoming. They try hard to accomadate to people's needs. I'm very impressed w/this school! Love it!
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Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 69% in 2012.

99 students were tested at this school in 2012.

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91%

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86%

2010

 
 
82%

2009

 
 
91%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 75% in 2012.

99 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
95%

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
90%

2009

 
 
96%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 79% in 2009.

106 students were tested at this school in 2009.

2009

 
 
99%
Scale: % meets or exceeds

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Arizona used the Arizona Instrument to Measure Standards (AIMS) to test students in reading and mathematics in grades 3 through 8 and 10, writing in grades 5, 6, 7, and 10, and in science in grades 4, 8 and 10. AIMS is a standards-based test, which means that it measures how well students have mastered Arizona learning standards. Students must pass the grade 10 AIMS in order to graduate. The goal is for all students to meet or exceed state standards on the test.

See Arizona's state standards

Source: Arizona Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 67% in 2012.

96 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
85%

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
83%

2009

 
 
92%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 75% in 2012.

96 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
93%

2011

 
 
92%

2010

 
 
91%

2009

 
 
93%
Science

The state average for Science was 63% in 2012.

96 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
90%

2011

 
 
83%

2010

 
 
82%

2009

 
 
80%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 83% in 2009.

112 students were tested at this school in 2009.

2009

 
 
100%
Scale: % meets or exceeds

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Arizona used the Arizona Instrument to Measure Standards (AIMS) to test students in reading and mathematics in grades 3 through 8 and 10, writing in grades 5, 6, 7, and 10, and in science in grades 4, 8 and 10. AIMS is a standards-based test, which means that it measures how well students have mastered Arizona learning standards. Students must pass the grade 10 AIMS in order to graduate. The goal is for all students to meet or exceed state standards on the test.

See Arizona's state standards

Source: Arizona Department of Education

  • In 2010-2011, this school was designated "Excelling".
  • In 2009-2010, this school was designated "Highly Performing".
  • In 2008-2009, this school was designated "Excelling".

About the tests


Arizona uses AZ LEARNS Achievement Profiles to indicate schools' overall performance each year. For elementary and middle schools, the profiles are based on current and historical aggregated AIMS results, MAP results and whether or not the school made Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP). For high schools, AIMS results, AYP status and graduation/dropout rates are used. Schools are identified as Excelling, Highly Performing, Performing Plus, Performing, Underperforming, Failing to Meet Academic Standards or Pending.

See Arizona's state standards

Source: Arizona Department of Education

Breaking down the GreatSchools Rating

GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 77% 42%
Hispanic 16% 42%
Asian 3% 3%
Black 3% 5%
American Indian/Alaska Native 1% 6%
Hawaiian Native/Pacific Islander 0% 0%
Two or more races 0% 1%
Source: NCES, 2010-2011

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 117%N/A46%
English language learners 23%N/A14%
Source: 1 NCES, 2010-2011
Source: 2 AZ Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Home languages of english learners

Language This school State average
Spanish 75% 81%
English 5% 12%
Filipino (Pilipino or Tagalog) 5% 0%
Other Non-Indian 5% 1%
Tagalog 5% 0%
Vietnamese 5% 1%
Source: AZ Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per certified teacher 22N/AN/A
Source: AZ Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

School basics

School Leader's name
  • Bill Schultz
Fax number
  • (480) 987-5914

Resources

Extra learning resources offered
  • Title I Targeted Assistance program (TAS)
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22301 S. Hawes
Queen Creek, AZ 85242
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