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Welcome to Desert Vista Elementary School!
We are proud to be the home of the Mustangs, where our vibrant school colors are Red and Blue. We have a special leadership focus beginning with the 25-26 school year that involves each of our students, staff, and parents to help our students grow!
DVES is dedicated to serving students from Kindergarten through Fifth grade. If your child turns 5 years old prior to Sept. 1, they are eligible to enroll in Kindergarten at AJUSD elementary schools. For families interested in early entry, testing is conveniently held by appointment during the summer.
We look forward to a fantastic year filled with learning and fun!

Small District, Big Heart, Endless Possibilities.

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Quick Facts:

Serving students, K-5^th grade.
Specialized Programs: Leadership Focused Curriculum and GenTech STEM
School Hours of Operation: 8:35am - 3:35pm
Office Hours: 7:45am - 4:15pm
Main Office Phone Number: (480) 677-7510
School Address: 3701 E Broadway Ave, Apache Junction, AZ 85119

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Mustang News & Announcements

June 17, 2025

2025-2026 Bell Schedule for Desert Vista Elementary

The 2025–2026 bell schedules are now available. Please take a moment to review the updated times to ensure your student is ready for the new year!

June 6, 2025

Free Summer Meals!

Free breakfast and lunch meals are now available all summer long for kids and teens under 18, with meal options available for adults too!

June 4, 2025

Summer Mental Health Support with Cartwheel

Summer’s here, and with all the sunshine come some challenges too — like shifting routines, feeling isolated, or facing peer pressure.

May 27, 2025

Final 24-25 Weekly Mustang Messenger

Mustang Families, This is the final newsletter of the 2024-2025 school year. I can't believe how quickly this year flew by! I would like to take a moment to thank all the families that came ou. . .

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