Carpe Diem e-Learning Community is a charter school for grades 6–12 in Yuma, Arizona. It began as a traditional charter school in 2000, but on losing its building lease, and forced into smaller premises, a blended learning model was developed that caps the middle and high schools in Yuma at 300 students each.
Serving 225 students in grades 6-12, Desert View Middle & High 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 225 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Desert View Middle & High School's student population of 225 students has grown by 51% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
225 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Desert View Middle & High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Desert View Middle & High School is 0.45, 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
#820 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
71%
49%
Black
2%
6%
White
21%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)<50%
76%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Desert View Middle & High School's ranking?
Desert View Middle & High School is ranked #820 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Desert View Middle & High School often compared to?
Desert View Middle & High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fourth Avenue Junior High School, R Pete Woodard Jr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Desert View Middle & High School?
The graduation rate of Desert View Middle & High School is 50%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 76%.
How many students attend Desert View Middle & High School?
225 students attend Desert View Middle & High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Desert View Middle & High School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Desert View Middle & High School?
Desert View Middle & High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Desert View Middle & High School offer ?
Desert View Middle & High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Desert View Middle & High School part of?
Desert View Middle & High School is part of Carpe Diem Collegiate High School (80001) School District.
In what neighborhood is Desert View Middle & High School located?
Desert View Middle & High School is located in the Meyer Farms neighborhood of Yuma, AZ. There are 2 other public schools located in Meyer Farms.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
No extra curricular activities. Academics are good. Staff is horrible.
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