Serving 439 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Mendoza Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 439 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mendoza Elementary School's student population of 439 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
439 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
ACT - Actions in the Community Today.
School Rankings
Mendoza Elementary School 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 Mendoza Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#556 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
29%
48%
Black
5%
6%
White
60%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Pups
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mendoza Elementary School's ranking?
Mendoza Elementary School is ranked #556 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Mendoza Elementary School often compared to?
Mendoza Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Red Mountain Ranch Elementary School, Las Sendas Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Mendoza Elementary School?
439 students attend Mendoza Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Mendoza Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mendoza Elementary School?
Mendoza Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mendoza Elementary School offer ?
Mendoza Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mendoza Elementary School part of?
Mendoza Elementary School is part of Mesa Unified District (4235).
In what neighborhood is Mendoza Elementary School located?
Mendoza Elementary School is located in the Alta Mesa Community Association neighborhood of Mesa, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Alta Mesa Community Association.
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