Overview

Desert Cove Elementary School is a public school in Phoenix, AZ, offering a Gifted & Talented program. It is one of 33 elementary schools in Paradise Valley Unified District.

School Rating

Desert Cove Elementary School is performing average compared to public and charter schools in Arizona with the same grade levels.
5/10
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ACADEMICS

Test Scores

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Courses & Programs

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STUDENT LIFE

Student Demographics

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Teachers & Staff

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About the School

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Neighborhood

11020 North 28th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85028
School leader: Mr Mark Smith
(602) 449-3400
(602) 493-6076
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