Serving 716 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mesquite Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 716 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mesquite Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Mesquite Elementary School's student population of 716 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
716 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mesquite Elementary School ranks within the top 5% 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 0.66, which is more 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
#70 out of 1854 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
42%
47%
Black
3%
6%
White
40%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #70 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Mesquite Elementary School often compared to?
Mesquite Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cottonwood Elementary School, Desert Willow Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Mesquite Elementary School?
716 students attend Mesquite Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Mesquite Elementary School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mesquite Elementary School?
Mesquite Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, 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 Kindergarten-5
What school district is Mesquite Elementary School part of?
Mesquite Elementary School is part of Vail Unified District (4413) School District.
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