The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 64% (which was higher than the Arizona state average of 60%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 73% (which was lower than the Arizona state average of 74%).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students (09-10)
533 students
Total Classroom Teachers (09-10)
29 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)64%
60%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)73%
74%
American Indian
(09-10)4%
6%
Asian
(09-10)3%
3%
Hispanic
(09-10)50%
41%
Black
(09-10)7%
6%
White
(09-10)36%
44%
Eligible for Free Lunch (09-10)
58%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 60% AZ state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 74% AZ state average).
How many students attend Alma Elementary School?
533 students attend Alma Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Alma Elementary School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Asian.
What grades does Alma Elementary School offer ?
Alma Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Alma Elementary School part of?
Alma Elementary School is part of Mesa Unified District (4235).
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