Desert Star

Desert Star

Public Pre-K, Elementary, Middle School | Grade Pre-K-8
2131 S 157th Ave,  Goodyear, AZ
Avondale Elementary School District
3.5
3.9
638 Students
B-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Kara Largent
Student Teacher Ratio
23:1
Math Proficiency
32%
Reading Proficiency
40%

Niche Grade

B
Academics
B
Teachers
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Academics
Reading Proficiency
40%
Math Proficiency
32%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
23:1
Teachers
28
Full Time Teachers
28
Teachers in First or Second Year
21.6%

GreatSchools Rating

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Test Scores

Math
48%
State Average
48%
Science
24%
State Average
30%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
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The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
666:1

Student Diversity

Female
50.5%
Male
49.5%
Hispanic
56.6%
White
28.7%
Black
10.7%
Two or more races
1.6%
Native American
1.4%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
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Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.5 11 Reviews
3.0 Alum
2/14/2018
While I cannot say it was amazing, I can say that it set me on the right path. This school, despite the odd scenarios I went through, was pretty alright. I liked the teachers, the food was alright, and I definitely made some lasting friends.
1.0 Middle School Student
5/11/2017
mr manoogian is a mean teacher and i advise that that you keep your kids away from this place. Arizona has enough trouble already with education...being the fourth worst state in education in the country. and this school makes it 2 times worse. mr manoogian hits us with yard sticks and makes all of the females very uncomfortable. he even tries to get really close to every kid and touch them. and last year he farted in my face
3.0 NicheUser
4/29/2015
For middle school, the sports and fitness was okay. There isn't a big field which prohibited football. However, when I attended, there was a new gym built and it really helped with the indoor sports.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.9 17 Reviews
5.0 parent
4/21/2021
My child has attended Desert star for the past 7 years, we have always received exceptional service at this school. The staff is amazing and the after school program has been very helpful in taking care of my child and keeping her safe when I cannot pick her up right after school. Teachers are carin...
1.0 other
5/3/2017
I want to advise anyone who is considering placing their child into the Avondale Elementary School District to SERIOUSLY consider any other available option. To say what we have been through with a special needs child has been a nightmare would be an understatement. No child should ever be fearful o...
5.0 parent
10/18/2016
I have had 4 children attend Desert Star over the past 10 years and have always been pleased with the school's expectations of my kids. The have all excelled in a variety of areas and have gone on to high school well prepared and were able to excel there as well. We will always have fond memories of...
5.0 parent
1/8/2014
Desert School is a wonderful school. My son is excited to go to school each day. I'm very impressed with his progress. All of the teachers and staff are caring and concerned about all students.

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