Serving 449 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Wilson 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 26% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 449 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wilson Elementary School serves the southern part of Mesa, AZ, covering an area of approximately 4.9 square miles. Families within this attendance zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wilson Elementary School's student population of 449 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
449 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Wilson 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 Wilson Elementary School is 0.68, which is more 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
#1336 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
46%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
31%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.9%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wildcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilson Elementary School's ranking?
Wilson Elementary School is ranked #1336 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Wilson Elementary School often compared to?
Wilson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Accelerated Academy - Brimhall Campus, Madison 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 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Wilson Elementary School?
449 students attend Wilson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Wilson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilson Elementary School?
Wilson Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wilson Elementary School offer ?
Wilson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wilson Elementary School part of?
Wilson Elementary School is part of Mesa Unified District (4235).
In what neighborhood is Wilson Elementary School located?
Wilson Elementary School is located in the Stonegate Estates neighborhood of Mesa, AZ.
School Calendar
View the Wilson Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving break - Schools closed, limited district services
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Last Day of 1st Semester
December 17, 2026 (Thursday)
First Day of 2nd Semester
January 05, 2027 (Tuesday)
Spring Break - Schools Closed, Limited District Services
March 08, 2027 (Monday)
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