What grades does DESERT SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL serve?

As a Primary school, DESERT SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL serves students in NAMPA, ID. The school is administered by the local school district.

Where is DESERT SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL located?

You can find DESERT SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL in NAMPA, ID.

What is the student-teacher ratio at DESERT SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL?

At DESERT SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, there are approximately 20.1 students for every teacher.

What schools are in NAMPA, ID?

DESERT SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is among the schools serving NAMPA, ID. The school is part of the local school system.

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Desert Springs Elementary School — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|NAMPA, Idaho|VALLIVUE SCHOOL DISTRICT

NAMPA, ID 83687

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Oct

Fri

NO STUDENTS - Teacher Workday/GradingStaff DayDistrict-wide

Oct

Wed

Parent Teacher Conferences K-12Staff DayDistrict-wide

Oct

Thu

K-8 Parent Teacher ConferencesStaff DayDistrict-wide

Nov

Mon

NO STUDENTS OR STAFF - Thanksgiving BreakBreakDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Dec

Thu

6-12 Early Release 1:10 PM - Semester Testinghalf_dayDistrict-wide

Dec

Sun

Early Release - K-5 11:15 AM - 6-12 1:10 PMhalf_dayDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

PK–5

Enrollment

702

Student:Teacher

20.1:1

Locale

Suburban

District

VALLIVUE SCHOOL DISTRICT

Econ. Disadvantaged

44.2%

Phone

(208)466-1555

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

50%

38th percentile in ID

Math Proficiency

46%

67th percentile in ID

Chronic Absenteeism

2.5%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

14 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 24.5:1

Worse than average in ID

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

629

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

100% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

0.5

Nurses

School Resource Officers

0.15000001

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$9,310

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$5,179

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$12,057

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 18%State 61%Local 21%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

20.1%

Below 150% poverty line

3.6%

Unemployment rate

12.0%

Uninsured residents

13.1%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

1,590

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

1,442

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Other Health Impairment

348 (24%)

Specific Learning Disability

341 (24%)

Speech/Language Impairment

248 (17%)

Autism

208 (14%)

Intellectual Disability

80 (6%)

Emotional Disturbance

44 (3%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

686

Current enrollment

Stable(+6% 5yr)

Coming Up

Fri, Oct 16, 2026

NO STUDENTS - Teacher Workday/Grading

Staff Day

Wed, Oct 28, 2026

Parent Teacher Conferences K-12

Staff Day

Thu, Oct 29, 2026

K-8 Parent Teacher Conferences

Staff Day

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in VALLIVUE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Desert Springs Elementary School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	NO SCHOOL - Labor DayDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for complete holiday break dates.	Holiday	—
Fri, Oct 16, 2026	NO STUDENTS - Teacher Workday/GradingDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, Oct 28, 2026	Parent Teacher Conferences K-12District-wide	Staff Day	—
Thu, Oct 29, 2026	K-8 Parent Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	NO STUDENTS OR STAFF - Thanksgiving BreakDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Break	—
Thu, Dec 17, 2026	6-12 Early Release 1:10 PM - Semester TestingDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Sun, Dec 20, 2026	Early Release - K-5 11:15 AM - 6-12 1:10 PMDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	NO STUDENTS OR STAFF - Christmas BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Tue, Jan 5, 2027	NO STUDENTS - Teacher Workday/GradingDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	NO STUDENTS OR STAFF - Presidents' DayDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Mon, Mar 15, 2027	NO STUDENTS OR STAFF - Spring BreakDistrict-wide School closed for spring break. Check camp and childcare plans.	Break	—
Mon, Mar 22, 2027	NO STUDENTS - Teacher Workday/GradingDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, May 26, 2027	6-12 Grades (only) Early Release at 1:10 PM - Semester TestingDistrict-wide	half_day	—

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Frequently Asked Questions about Desert Springs Elementary School

DESERT SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL currently enrolls 702 students across Primary grade levels. The school operates under the local school district in ID.