Serving 414 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mesa Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 21%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Math Proficiency: 48%
- Reading Proficiency: 50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mesa Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Mesa Elementary School's student population of 414 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
414 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mesa Elementary School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)48%
21%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)50%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
34%
62%
Black
5%
2%
White
52%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
74%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Mesa Elementary School often compared to?
Mesa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barry Elementary School, Zia Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 21% NM state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% NM state average).
How many students attend Mesa Elementary School?
414 students attend Mesa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Mesa Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mesa Elementary School?
Mesa Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mesa Elementary School offer ?
Mesa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Mesa Elementary School part of?
Mesa Elementary School is part of Clovis Municipal Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 5/19/2020
Amazing teachers, principal, staffs, and facility! This is the school you want your kids to be in. Great school programs. We love it; the school is located in a very safe neighborhood.
5 6/20/2014
Mesa is a awesome school I've been in mesa in kindergarten , 1st , 2st , 3rd , and im in 4th
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