Desert Christian Schools

5.00 5 1 (1 review)
7525 E Speedway Blvd
Tucson, AZ 85710
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  • An accredited school, Desert Christian Schools is an independent, interdenominational, covenant Christian School system. Founded in 1986, DCS offers a rigorous liberal arts education to students from Pre-School through Twelfth grade. Staffed by certified teachers, we invite you to join us in our mission of discipling children to make a difference in our world.

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc. Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)
AdvancED
Religious Affiliation Christian
Grades Offered Grades Nursery/Preschool-12
Learning Difference Programs Yes
Learning Programs Supported Special Ed Services
Year Founded 1986

Student Body

Total Students 439 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color
7%
State avg.: 32%
Students by Grade Desert Christian Schools Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers 37 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 12:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size 18 students

Finances and Admission

Admission Deadline None / Rolling
Tuition Notes Varies depending on grade. Please contact for more information.
Admissions Director Mrs. Linda Self

Sports

Total Sports Offered 11 sports
Sports Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Flag Football, Golf, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, WeightliftingBaseball, Basketball,
Cross Country, Flag Football,
Golf, Soccer,
Swimming, Tennis,
Track and Field, Volleyball,
Weightlifting

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. 3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. Drama, Language, Music Drama, Language, Music,

School Notes

  • Desert Christian partners with Christian families to produce academic excellence within a caring, Christ-centered community.  We offer a Biblically Integrated Curriculum,
  • Outstanding Acadmics, Certified Teachers, ACSI Accredited School, and Small Class Sizes.
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School Reviews

5  5/17/2016
Desert Christian is an exceptional school. I am thankful that my children have such caring teachers who are godly role models. My older children have all received academic scholarships and were well-prepared for college and life beyond. Can't say enough about how great it is at DCS.
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  • Grades: NS-12
  • Students: 439 students
  • Average class size: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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