Serving 506 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Mercury Mine 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 55% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 506 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Mercury Mine Elementary School serves the southwest part of Phoenix, AZ, covering an area of approximately 7.2 square miles. Families within the attendance zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mercury Mine 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
Mercury Mine Elementary School's student population of 506 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
506 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1976
School Calendar
School Motto
Every learner empowered for a lifetime of success.
School Rankings
Mercury Mine Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mercury Mine Elementary School is 0.43, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#213 out of 1921 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.8%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
10%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mercury Mine Elementary School's ranking?
Mercury Mine Elementary School is ranked #213 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Mercury Mine Elementary School often compared to?
Mercury Mine Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Desert Cove Elementary School, Larkspur Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Mercury Mine Elementary School?
506 students attend Mercury Mine Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Mercury Mine Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mercury Mine Elementary School?
Mercury Mine Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mercury Mine Elementary School offer ?
Mercury Mine Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mercury Mine Elementary School part of?
Mercury Mine Elementary School is part of Paradise Valley Unified District (4241).
In what neighborhood is Mercury Mine Elementary School located?
Mercury Mine Elementary School is located in the Paradise Valley Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 41 other public schools located in Paradise Valley Village.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This is an amazing school, I can't recommend it enough! It's a nationally A-rated school for a reason - great teachers, caring staff, and an awesome community of families. Can't beat this place!
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