Serving 715 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Mesa Grande Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California 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% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 715 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mesa Grande Elementary serves the northern part of Hesperia, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.9 miles to the nearest boundary and a maximum distance of 3.4 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mesa Grande Elementary School's student population of 715 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
715 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Welcoming. Engaging. Fun.
School Rankings
Mesa Grande Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mesa Grande Elementary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8054 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
82%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
10%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mesa Grande Elementary School's ranking?
Mesa Grande Elementary School is ranked #8054 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Mesa Grande Elementary School?
715 students attend Mesa Grande Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Mesa Grande Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mesa Grande Elementary School?
Mesa Grande Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mesa Grande Elementary School offer ?
Mesa Grande Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Mesa Grande Elementary School part of?
Mesa Grande Elementary School is part of Hesperia Unified School District.
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