Serving 473 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Wilson Elementary School 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 26% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 473 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Wilson Elementary School's student population of 473 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
473 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wilson Elementary School 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 Wilson Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#1204 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
47%
48%
Black
7%
6%
White
36%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilson Elementary School's ranking?
Wilson Elementary School is ranked #1204 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Wilson Elementary School often compared to?
Wilson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Accelerated Academy - Brimhall Campus, Madison Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Wilson Elementary School?
473 students attend Wilson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Wilson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wilson Elementary School?
Wilson Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wilson Elementary School offer ?
Wilson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Wilson Elementary School part of?
Wilson Elementary School is part of Mesa Unified District (4235) School District.
In what neighborhood is Wilson Elementary School located?
Wilson Elementary School is located in the Stonegate Estates neighborhood of Mesa, AZ.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break
March 10, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of school - early release
May 22, 2025 (Thursday)
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