Serving 227 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Mesa Arts Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 227 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mesa Arts Academy's student population of 227 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
227 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Mesa Arts Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mesa Arts Academy is 0.38, 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
#1323 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
28:1
17:1
Hispanic
78%
49%
Black
6%
6%
White
11%
33%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.4%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
BGCA Blue and other identified colors
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mesa Arts Academy's ranking?
Mesa Arts Academy is ranked #1323 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Mesa Arts Academy?
227 students attend Mesa Arts Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Mesa Arts Academy students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mesa Arts Academy?
Mesa Arts Academy has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mesa Arts Academy offer ?
Mesa Arts Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mesa Arts Academy part of?
Mesa Arts Academy is part of The Boys & Girls Clubs Of The Valley (4305) School District.
In what neighborhood is Mesa Arts Academy located?
Mesa Arts Academy is located in the MGM Neighborhood neighborhood of Mesa, AZ.
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