Black Mesa Community School serves 52 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11-19% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 52 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Math Proficiency: 11-19%
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10%
- Science Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Black Mesa Community School's student population of 52 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
52 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Black Mesa Community School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
American Indian
100%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.9%
41.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
41%
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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Black Mesa Community School?
52 students attend Black Mesa Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Black Mesa Community School students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Black Mesa Community School?
Black Mesa Community School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Black Mesa Community School offer ?
Black Mesa Community School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Black Mesa Community School part of?
Black Mesa Community School is part of Black Mesa Community School District.
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