Serving 736 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mesquite Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 736 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mesquite Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Mesquite Elementary School's student population of 736 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
736 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mesquite Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mesquite Elementary School is 0.66, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#68 out of 1956 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
42%
47%
Black
4%
6%
White
39%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
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 #68 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Mesquite Elementary School often compared to?
Mesquite Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cottonwood Elementary School, Desert Willow Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Mesquite Elementary School?
736 students attend Mesquite Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Mesquite Elementary School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mesquite Elementary School?
Mesquite Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, 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 Kindergarten-5
What school district is Mesquite Elementary School part of?
Mesquite Elementary School is part of Vail Unified District (4413) School District.
In what neighborhood is Mesquite Elementary School located?
Mesquite Elementary School is located in the Rita Ranch neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 10 other public schools located in Rita Ranch.
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