Serving 568 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 31% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 568 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mesquite Elementary School's student population of 568 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
568 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mesquite Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 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 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#729 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
82%
49%
Black
1%
6%
White
12%
33%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
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 #729 out of 1,921 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?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Mesquite Elementary School?
568 students attend Mesquite Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Mesquite Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mesquite Elementary School?
Mesquite Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mesquite Elementary School part of?
Mesquite Elementary School is part of Crane Elementary District (4501).
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