Serving 897 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Desert Heights Charter School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 897 students
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Desert Heights Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Desert Heights Charter School's student population of 897 students has grown by 120% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
897 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Calendar
School Rankings
Desert Heights Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Desert Heights Charter School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#684 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
32%
48%
Black
6%
6%
White
51%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
77%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Desert Heights Charter School's ranking?
Desert Heights Charter School is ranked #684 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Desert Heights Charter School often compared to?
Desert Heights Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Challenge Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Desert Heights Charter School?
The graduation rate of Desert Heights Charter School is 90%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Desert Heights Charter School?
897 students attend Desert Heights Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Desert Heights Charter School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Desert Heights Charter School offer ?
Desert Heights Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Desert Heights Charter School part of?
Desert Heights Charter School is part of Desert Heights Charter Schools (81099) School District.
In what neighborhood is Desert Heights Charter School located?
Desert Heights Charter School is located in the Bell And Greenway Neighborhood neighborhood of Glendale, AZ. There are 2 other public schools located in Bell And Greenway Neighborhood.
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