Desert Sunset Elementary School serves 648 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 648 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50% in AZ)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Desert Sunset Elementary School's student population of 648 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
648 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Desert Sunset Elementary School is 0.59, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Hispanic
59%
49%
Black
10%
6%
White
24%
33%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (22-23)
37%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Desert Sunset Elementary School?
648 students attend Desert Sunset Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Desert Sunset Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Desert Sunset Elementary School?
Desert Sunset Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Desert Sunset Elementary School offer ?
Desert Sunset Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Desert Sunset Elementary School part of?
Desert Sunset Elementary School is part of Saddle Mountain Unified School District (4254).
School Reviews
Review Desert Sunset Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
When “Free Public School” Still Isn’t Free
Discover the hidden costs of public school in 2026, from supplies and fees to transportation, technology, and extracurricular expenses.
What a District Budget Cut Means for Your Child's School Experience
Learn how district budget cuts can affect class sizes, programs, staffing, transportation, and your child's daily school experience in 2026.
School Closure Risk: What Parents Should Check Before Moving
Learn how parents can assess school closure risk before buying or renting in a district, using enrollment, funding, and boundary data.
