Serving 246 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mesa Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 246 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mesa Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Mesa Elementary School's student population of 246 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
246 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mesa Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mesa Elementary School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#104 out of 1779 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
5%
35%
Black
n/a
5%
White
81%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mesa Elementary School's ranking?
Mesa Elementary School is ranked #104 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Mesa Elementary School often compared to?
Mesa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bear Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Mesa Elementary School?
246 students attend Mesa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Mesa Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mesa Elementary School?
Mesa Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Mesa Elementary School offer ?
Mesa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Mesa Elementary School part of?
Mesa Elementary School is part of Boulder Valley School District No. Re2.
In what neighborhood is Mesa Elementary School located?
Mesa Elementary School is located in the South Boulder neighborhood of Boulder, CO. There are 1 other public schools located in South Boulder.
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