Desert Sun Academy

Desert Sun Academy

Public Pre-K, Elementary School | Grade Pre-K-6
27880 N 64TH St,  Scottsdale, AZ
Cave Creek Unified School District
4.0
368 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Aaron Bagwell
Student Teacher Ratio
11:1
Math Proficiency
37%
Reading Proficiency
52%

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
A
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
52%
Math Proficiency
37%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers
21
Full Time Teachers
21
Teachers in First or Second Year
14.3%

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
24%
State Average
44%
Science
19%
State Average
31%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
471:1

Student Diversity

Female
51.2%
Male
48.8%
White
75.2%
Hispanic
17.1%
Two or more races
4.7%
Black
1.6%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.6%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
4.0 36 Reviews
1.0 parent
8/3/2025
The French Immersion program was never the same after Mme. Doran left. She was an amazing teacher and that program couldn’t function without ger. and Both my sons adored her. Ms. Jennifer at the front office was awesome. We loved Mrs. Walton too.
5.0 parent
3/22/2024
We absolutely love this school, and the wonderful teachers, faculty, and principal. Our daughter has been attending DSA for the past 3 years, and we couldn’t be happier. We have loved the French immersion program she is in, and this year has been outstanding. Mme Croze and Mrs Rodriguez are so wonde...
2.0 parent
1/20/2023
This school is a mess. The amount of sub teachers they have had will make your head spin. I think they've gone through at least 5 art teachers and at least 3 music teachers. The behavior issues with kids are not dealt with and is horrible, so much bully behavior. They are understaffed and have a new...
5.0 parent
1/12/2022
DSA is such a wonderful school and we are so pleased with the teachers over the years. My two kids go here and we could not be more happy. The education is top notch! We are so lucky to have this as our home school. My kids are excited to go to school everyday and are doing very well.

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Desert Sun Academy is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-6 in Scottsdale, AZ and is served by the Cave Creek Unified School District in Arizona. The school has a total enrollment of 368 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 11:1. Academic records show that 37% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 52% are proficient in reading. Desert Sun Academy has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $1,706,449. Discover additional schools in the area, like Sonoran Trails Middle School, Horseshoe Trails Elementary School, Lone Mountain Elementary School, and more. Learn more about what Scottsdale has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Desert Sun Academy.

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