Serving 288 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Mesa View Elementary School 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 19% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 288 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mesa View Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Chinle school district, covering an extensive area of approximately 2,270.6 square miles. Parents can expect typical driving times of 20-30 minutes from various locations within the zone, which can extend up to 48.5 miles from the school's furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mesa View Elementary School's student population of 288 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
288 students
Showing 2014–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 35-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mesa View Elementary School 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 View Elementary School is 0.02, 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
#1650 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 35-year historical data
American Indian
99%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Hispanic
1%
49%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)99.7%
41.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (22-23)
70%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
100%
10%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 21-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mesa View Elementary School's ranking?
Mesa View Elementary School is ranked #1650 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Mesa View Elementary School often compared to?
Mesa View Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Canyon De Chelly Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Mesa View Elementary School?
288 students attend Mesa View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Mesa View Elementary School students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mesa View Elementary School?
Mesa View Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mesa View Elementary School offer ?
Mesa View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mesa View Elementary School part of?
Mesa View Elementary School is part of Chinle Unified District (4158).
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