Serving 218 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Mesa Arts Academy 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 218 students
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mesa Arts Academy's student population of 218 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
218 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mesa Arts Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mesa Arts Academy is 0.48, 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
#1348 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
70%
47%
Black
12%
6%
White
13%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mesa Arts Academy's ranking?
Mesa Arts Academy is ranked #1348 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Mesa Arts Academy?
218 students attend Mesa Arts Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Mesa Arts Academy students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Mesa Arts Academy offer ?
Mesa Arts Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Mesa Arts Academy part of?
Mesa Arts Academy is part of The Boys & Girls Clubs Of The Valley (4305) School District.
In what neighborhood is Mesa Arts Academy located?
Mesa Arts Academy is located in the MGM Neighborhood neighborhood of Mesa, AZ.
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