Serving 142 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Mountain Meadows Primary ranks in the top 30% 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 60-79% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 142 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mountain Meadows Primary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Overgaard, AZ, covering approximately 579.7 square miles. Families can generally expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 14.6 miles to the edge of the zone and some areas extending as far as 30.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mountain Meadows Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Mountain Meadows Primary's student population of 142 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
142 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mountain Meadows Primary ranks within the top 30% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mountain Meadows Primary is 0.40, 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
#527 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2007–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Hispanic
23%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
White
74%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.1%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 22-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 Mountain Meadows Primary's ranking?
Mountain Meadows Primary is ranked #527 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Mountain Meadows Primary?
142 students attend Mountain Meadows Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Mountain Meadows Primary students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mountain Meadows Primary?
Mountain Meadows Primary has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mountain Meadows Primary offer ?
Mountain Meadows Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mountain Meadows Primary part of?
Mountain Meadows Primary is part of Heber-Overgaard Unified District (4392).
In what neighborhood is Mountain Meadows Primary located?
Mountain Meadows Primary is located in the Heber neighborhood of Overgaard, AZ.
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