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Desert Canyon Elementary

10203 E Mcdowell Mountain Ranc, Scottsdale, AZ 85255, United States

+1 (480) 484-1700

http://www.susd.org/dces

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Desert Canyon Elementary Overview

About This School

Desert Canyon Elementary is a public elementary in Scottsdale, Arizona, serving 453 students in grades PK-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 84% in English Language Arts, 76% in Mathematics, and 81% in Science. The school maintains a 13:1 student-teacher ratio with 34 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $67,896. Students at the school are evenly split between male and female populations. The demographic makeup consists of 69% White, 12% Hispanic, 9% Two or More Races, 6% Asian, and 2% Black students.

453

Total Students

PK-5

13:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

34 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts0%

Mathematics0%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

PK-5

County

Maricopa County

Students per Counselor

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Desert Canyon Elementary Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

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English Language Arts

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Mathematics

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Class Information

13:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 14.3:1

State Avg: 17.5:1

Students per Counselor

Desert Canyon Elementary Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$67,896

City Avg: $55,997

State Avg: $56,704

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio13:1

Students per Counselor:1

Desert Canyon Elementary Student Demographics

Student Body

49.89%

Male

50.11%

Female

Total Enrollment: 453 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White69.32%

Hispanic12.14%

Asian5.96%

Black1.99%

Two or More Races9.05%

Native American0.66%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Desert Canyon Elementary

Q: What is Desert Canyon Elementary?

A: Desert Canyon Elementary is a elementary public located in Scottsdale.

Q: How many students attend Desert Canyon Elementary?

A: Desert Canyon Elementary has approximately 453 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Desert Canyon Elementary?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Desert Canyon Elementary is 13:1.

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Detailed Information about Desert Canyon Elementary

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: May 2026. See methodology →

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Verified with NCES & state education agency data

About Desert Canyon Elementary - Scottsdale, AZ

Quick Facts about Desert Canyon Elementary
School Name	Desert Canyon Elementary
School Type	public
Grade Levels	PK-5
Location	10203 E Mcdowell Mountain Ranc, Scottsdale, AZ 85255, Scottsdale, AZ
County	Maricopa County
Phone	+1 (480) 484-1700
Total Students	453
Student-Teacher Ratio	13:1
Full-Time Teachers	34
Rating	/10
ELA Proficiency	%
Math Proficiency	%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about Desert Canyon Elementary

What is Desert Canyon Elementary?

Desert Canyon Elementary is a elementary public located in Scottsdale.

How many students attend Desert Canyon Elementary?

Desert Canyon Elementary has approximately 453 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Desert Canyon Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Desert Canyon Elementary is 13:1.

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