Discover Desert View
Empowering Students Through Community, Connection, and Excellence
Desert View Elementary School is a tight-knit, community-driven campus in north-central Phoenix. Since 1956, it has served the Sunnyslope neighborhood with a commitment to creating a safe and inclusive place where every child can grow academically, socially, and individually. As part of the Washington Elementary School District, the school strives to ensure that every student is respected, supported, and empowered every day.
The curriculum is fully aligned with State Standards and supports students from preschool through sixth grade. Desert View blends strong foundations in core subjects with instructional approaches that build critical thinking and adapt to the needs of a diverse student body. This approach reflects the school’s belief in focusing on every child and teaching with consistency to support year-over-year growth.
Specialized resource teams help meet the needs of students with unique learning profiles, including gifted learners and English language learners. Art, music, and physical education are offered at all grade levels, reinforcing the school’s goal of fostering well-rounded development. Students are encouraged to take pride in their school, build leadership and citizenship skills, and contribute to a community where every voice and idea is valued.
Mission
Desert View is a safe and inclusive learning community that fosters academic, social, and individual growth.
Vision
Desert View is a community-focused school where all students are respected and empowered to ensure the academic, social, and cultural success of every child, every day.
What You’ll Love About Desert View
Inclusive, Supportive Environment
Desert View offers a safe, inclusive environment where every student is respected, supported, and empowered to grow academically, socially, and individually.
Strong, Adaptive Curriculum
The school delivers a strong, standards-aligned curriculum that builds foundational skills and critical thinking while adapting to the diverse needs of learners from preschool through sixth grade.
Comprehensive Student Support and Enrichment
Specialized support teams and robust enrichment programs—including art, music, and physical education—ensure well-rounded development and help students grow as leaders and engaged community members.