Desert Willow Elementary School

9400 E Esmond Loop
Tucson, AZ 85747
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
10
Top 10%
Serving 811 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Desert Willow Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 811 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 63%
  • : Top 10% in AZ
  • : 68% (Top 5%)
  • : 62% (Top 20%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Desert Willow Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:

School Overview

Desert Willow Elementary School's student population of 811 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
811 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Committed to Excellence in all that We Do

School Rankings

Desert Willow Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Desert Willow Elementary School is 0.64, 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.
This School
State Level (AZ)
#160 out of 1921 schools
(Top 10%)
68%
34%
62%
40%
50-54%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
47%
49%
Black
7%
6%
White
37%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.64
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Vail Unified District (4413)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Desert Willow Elementary School's ranking?
Desert Willow Elementary School is ranked #160 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Desert Willow Elementary School often compared to?
Desert Willow Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mesquite Elementary School, Cottonwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Desert Willow Elementary School?
811 students attend Desert Willow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Desert Willow Elementary School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Desert Willow Elementary School?
Desert Willow Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Desert Willow Elementary School offer ?
Desert Willow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Desert Willow Elementary School part of?
Desert Willow Elementary School is part of Vail Unified District (4413).
In what neighborhood is Desert Willow Elementary School located?
Desert Willow Elementary School is located in the Rita Ranch neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 10 other public schools located in Rita Ranch.

School Reviews

Review Desert Willow 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
Rate this school:

Recent Articles

AI Report Cards: Should Schools Evaluate AI Use?
AI Report Cards: Should Schools Evaluate AI Use?
Explore whether schools should assess student AI use, the benefits, risks, and what responsible AI report cards could look like in 2026.
The Parent’s Guide to School Cell Phone Bans in 2026
The Parent’s Guide to School Cell Phone Bans in 2026
Learn how school cell phone bans work in 2026, why districts are adopting them, and what parents should expect.
Parental Involvement in Public Schools: 2026 Update
Parental Involvement in Public Schools: 2026 Update
Explore the latest 2026 trends, research, and strategies shaping parental involvement in public schools and student success.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 811 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 63%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 68% (Top 5%)
  • : 62% (Top 20%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

Quick Links


Notice: Undefined property: MultipleSchoolsModel::$total in /home/devsarath/workspace/psr/public_html/include/srn_lib/psr/view/RegionQuickLinksView.inc.php on line 75

Notice: Undefined property: MultipleSchoolsModel::$total in /home/devsarath/workspace/psr/public_html/include/srn_lib/psr/view/RegionQuickLinksView.inc.php on line 82

Notice: Undefined property: MultipleSchoolsModel::$total in /home/devsarath/workspace/psr/public_html/include/srn_lib/psr/view/RegionQuickLinksView.inc.php on line 88

Notice: Undefined property: MultipleSchoolsModel::$total in /home/devsarath/workspace/psr/public_html/include/srn_lib/psr/view/RegionQuickLinksView.inc.php on line 94

Notice: Undefined property: MultipleSchoolsModel::$total in /home/devsarath/workspace/psr/public_html/include/srn_lib/psr/view/RegionQuickLinksView.inc.php on line 100

Notice: Undefined property: MultipleSchoolsModel::$total in /home/devsarath/workspace/psr/public_html/include/srn_lib/psr/view/RegionQuickLinksView.inc.php on line 106

Notice: Undefined property: MultipleSchoolsModel::$total in /home/devsarath/workspace/psr/public_html/include/srn_lib/psr/view/RegionQuickLinksView.inc.php on line 112

Notice: Undefined property: MultipleSchoolsModel::$total in /home/devsarath/workspace/psr/public_html/include/srn_lib/psr/view/RegionQuickLinksView.inc.php on line 123

Notice: Javascript file does not exist: /home/devsarath/workspace/psr/public_html/javascript/components/popper.min.js in /home/devsarath/workspace/shared/misc/JSCompiler.inc.php on line 242

Notice: Javascript file does not exist: /home/devsarath/workspace/psr/public_html/javascript/components/tippy.min.js in /home/devsarath/workspace/shared/misc/JSCompiler.inc.php on line 242

Notice: Directory does not exist in /home/devsarath/workspace/shared/misc/JSCompiler.inc.php on line 242

Notice: Unable to save compiled js file in /home/devsarath/workspace/shared/misc/JSCompiler.inc.php on line 242