Serving 371 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 14:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mesa View Elementary School's student population of 371 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
371 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Competitive Unique Successful Driven
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 0.04, 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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
98%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
48%
Black
1%
6%
White
n/a
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
100%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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 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?
371 students attend Mesa View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Mesa View Elementary School students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mesa View Elementary School?
Mesa View Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, 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) School District.
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