Serving 606 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Mesquite Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 606 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mesquite Elementary School's student population of 606 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
606 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mesquite Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mesquite Elementary School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#719 out of 1854 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
82%
47%
Black
1%
6%
White
15%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mesquite Elementary School's ranking?
Mesquite Elementary School is ranked #719 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Mesquite Elementary School often compared to?
Mesquite Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gowan Science Academy, H L Suverkrup Elementary School, Gary A. Knox Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Mesquite Elementary School?
606 students attend Mesquite Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Mesquite Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mesquite Elementary School?
Mesquite Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mesquite Elementary School offer ?
Mesquite Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Mesquite Elementary School part of?
Mesquite Elementary School is part of Crane Elementary District (4501) School District.
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