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.
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School Rating

Desert Cove Elementary School is performing average compared to public and charter schools in Arizona with the same grade levels.
6/10
GreatSchools Rating

Rating Factors

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ACADEMICS

Test Scores

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Courses & Programs

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STUDENT LIFE

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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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