Desiderata High School serves 73 students in grades 9-12.
Minority enrollment was 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
73 students
Total Classroom Teachers (04-05)
9 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
4%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
45%
48%
Black
29%
6%
White
22%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (03-04)
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Desiderata High School?
73 students attend Desiderata High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Desiderata High School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 22% of students are White, and 4% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Desiderata High School offer ?
Desiderata High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Desiderata High School part of?
Desiderata High School is part of Phoenix Union High School District (4286).
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