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Desert Valley Christian School

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We are an Accredited small Christian K-8 school. We accept any denomination.
We have a Christ-centered, family environment, high academic expectations We are a non-profit organization on the property of our sponsoring church.
We have small class sizes, traditional curriculum, modern technology We accept the AZ Tax Credit Program
We accept several AZ scholarship programs including AAA, IBE, AZ scholarship, etc.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked AZ School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 37 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $5,200
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Average class size: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Desert Valley Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for:

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
2001
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
37 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
82%
State avg.: 38%
Students by Grade
Desert Valley Christian School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
100%
Average Class Size
10 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
uniforms, dk blue polo and khaki pants,skirts,skorts,shorts, red, lt blue, dk blue, white shirts

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
payment spread out over 10 months.
% on Financial Aid
94%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$5,200
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Administrator Assistant
Application URL

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
5 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Robotics ClubSDA Pathfinders


Arts and Music Programs:
Bell Choir for grades 4-8Choir for grades 4-8


Recreational Athletic Programs:
Physical Education for grades K-8

School Notes

  • We are a Christ-centered, high academic, traditional school. We now offer transportation on a first come first serve basis. Before and after school child care is available. Registration is August 4 from 2-4pm. First day of school is August 10, 2017.
  • We are located on the East side of Tuscon less than 5 miles from Davis-Monthan Air Base. We are at the corner of Santa Rosa and Bellevue, just one block north of Speedway, just east of Swan. We are in the Northeast corner of the property of the Desert Valley Seventh-day Adventist Church. We have a large field, a playground, a basketball court in the parkinglot, and one school building with 3 classrooms. We have small classes with 3 teachers.
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Dr. & Mrs. Hughes, parents -
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Desert Valley Christian School cost?
Desert Valley Christian School's tuition is approximately $5,200 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Desert Valley Christian School?
The acceptance rate of Desert Valley Christian School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 87%.
Who are famous alumni from Desert Valley Christian School?
Desert Valley Christian School famous alumni include: Dr. & Mrs. Hughes, parents.
What is Desert Valley Christian School's ranking?
Desert Valley Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Arizona for: Least expensive tuition, Highest percentage of students of color and Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Desert Valley Christian School?
The application deadline for Desert Valley Christian School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Desert Valley Christian School located?
Desert Valley Christian School is located in the St Cyrils neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 1 other private schools located in St Cyrils.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked AZ School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 37 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $5,200
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Average class size: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Tucson, AZ is $10,577 for elementary schools and $15,993 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Tucson, AZ is 88% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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