Desert Arroyo pushed my daughter to do things she never thought she could do. As an 8th grader she took an 'extra' class and did an amazing project in an area that really interested her. In 7th grade, the teachers held her to high expectations and brought out the best in her learning. Her 6th grade
... Read more transition was made easier by caring teachers. Thank you for a great middle school experience. I know my daughter is prepared for high school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/12/07
This is the best school my child has ever gone to. Great teachers and wonderful staff. We love it here!
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Posted by a parent on 05/14/07
The block schedule forces kids to spend too long in one class and doesn't keep their interest. Not impressed with the teachers at all but the principal and ass't principal are great.
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Posted by a parent on 01/23/07
I am withdrawing my child. This school has real problems that they do not want to admit. Teachers are not good role models there, they let the students get away with too much.
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Posted by a parent on 01/10/07
Better attendance chart is needed. I have had some issues with the school not knowing my child's whereabouts after school was dismissed.
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Posted by a parent on 01/09/07
As a parent with two children in DAMS the block curriclum is an incredible waste of time. There is entirely too much 'independent learning' in this class structure, probably because the classes are too long. The academy classes which are offered (Drama, Tech, etc.) are again just more wasted time in
... Read more the student's daily curriculum. It's usually just chat time or reading time. My children seem to have a sub at least once, sometimes two days a week. The sports program is so predictable. The same kids make the teams year in and year out. Lastly, the administration leaves alot to be desired. The administration tries to 'talk the talk, but they fail miserably when it comes to walking the walk.' There is very little accountability on the part of administration, and subsequently its staff. Trying to get a response from this principal is almost impossible. Time to move! Read less
Posted by a parent on 12/04/06
We were new to the area in August & heard that it was a great school. I have now learned that that is not true. My son has literally been left behind. I have done my part to leave phone numbers, e-mail address & spoke to all the teachers & conselors in regards to my son with no avail. The teachers
... Read more want the kids to be independant, that means when there is something that goes wrong it's way to late to help correct the problem. The office staff can't be bothered with much of anything & the administration doesn't seem much better. It's a shame I wasted half a year of my sons schooling when he's just a number & it doesn't much matter how he's doing in school to anyone else except his family. I would not recommend this school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/21/06
As a former teacher at this district and a parent whose two children went to DAMS, I can say the teachers are mediocre, but the admin. are excellent. I have strong negative feelings for the district admin. as a whole due to the constant policy changes and unreasonable decisions made that negatively affect
... Read more the students and staff. I am greatly dissappointed in this district and should never have moved to this state. The educational needs of my kids have not been met. It saddens me to see such closed minded staff members and admin. We can't even get bus drivers! I will not work for this district or recommend this district. Many students I taught are transfering to Pinnacle. Someone needs to find out the real reasons and replace some staff members before it is too late. Read less
Posted by a teacher on 08/20/05
As a parent of a future 10th grader who went to Desert Arroyo, I can't say enough great things about this school. I feel my son was very prepared for high school upon graduation from DAAMS. The Administration, teachers and all support staff are second to none!
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Posted by a parent on 08/05/05
Desert Arroyo has an accelerated math program and the English program is set up for individual achievement levels. The school offers many classes that the students love like film and video, art, music, PE, Spanish, and others. The sports programs are well organized. Parents are encouraged to get
... Read more involved at the school through PTSO and weekly cadre meetings. There are also opportunities for parents to volunteer throughout the year in individual classrooms. Read less
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Student enrollment:
673
Students per teacher:
24
Full-time teachers:
28
Number of classrooms:
35
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Cave Creek schools — Desert Arroyo Middle School is located at 33401 N 56th St, Cave Creek AZ 85331. 33401 N 56th St is in the 85331 ZIP code in Cave Creek, AZ The school district for Desert Arroyo Middle School is the Cave Creek Unified School District 93. Desert Arroyo Middle School is a Public school that serves grade levels 6 - 8.
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