Serving 427 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mesa Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the New Mexico state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 427 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mesa Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Mesa Elementary School's student population of 427 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
427 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mesa Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 810 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mesa Elementary School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#35 out of 810 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
33%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
12%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
36%
62%
Black
6%
2%
White
49%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
2%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
75%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mesa Elementary School's ranking?
Mesa Elementary School is ranked #35 out of 810 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Mexico.
What schools are Mesa Elementary School often compared to?
Mesa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barry Elementary School, Zia Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Mesa Elementary School?
427 students attend Mesa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Mesa Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mesa Elementary School?
Mesa Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mesa Elementary School offer ?
Mesa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Mesa Elementary School part of?
Mesa Elementary School is part of Clovis Municipal Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 5/19/2020
Amazing teachers, principal, staffs, and facility! This is the school you want your kids to be in. Great school programs. We love it; the school is located in a very safe neighborhood.
5 6/20/2014
Mesa is a awesome school I've been in mesa in kindergarten , 1st , 2st , 3rd , and im in 4th
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