Serving 578 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Entz Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 578 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Entz Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Entz Elementary School's student population of 578 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
578 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings
Entz Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Entz Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#302 out of 1956 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
35%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
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American Indian
3%
5%
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Asian
1%
3%
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Hispanic
24%
47%
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Black
5%
6%
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White
64%
35%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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![This chart displays the diversity score of Entz Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of Arizona by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data. This chart displays the diversity score of Entz Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of Arizona by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.](http://images1.publicschoolreview.com/charts/diversity_score/3000/2844/entz-elementary-school-chart-7rRs4Y.png)
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
29%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
14%
9%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Entz Elementary School's ranking?
Entz Elementary School is ranked #302 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Entz Elementary School often compared to?
Entz Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin East Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Entz Elementary School?
578 students attend Entz Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Entz Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Entz Elementary School?
Entz Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Entz Elementary School offer ?
Entz Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Entz Elementary School part of?
Entz Elementary School is part of Mesa Unified District (4235) School District.
In what neighborhood is Entz Elementary School located?
Entz Elementary School is located in the The Groves neighborhood of Mesa, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in The Groves.
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