First Mesa Elementary School serves 118 students in grades Kindergarten-6.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 118 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Math Proficiency: 30-39%
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19%
- Science Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
First Mesa Elementary School's student population of 118 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
118 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of First Mesa Elementary 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)
30-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
100%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
49%
Black
n/a
6%
White
n/a
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28%
41.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
41%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are First Mesa Elementary School often compared to?
First Mesa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hopi Day School, Second Mesa Day School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend First Mesa Elementary School?
118 students attend First Mesa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of First Mesa Elementary School students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of First Mesa Elementary School?
First Mesa Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does First Mesa Elementary School offer ?
First Mesa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is First Mesa Elementary School part of?
First Mesa Elementary School is part of First Mesa Elementary School District.
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