Serving 131 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Red Mesa Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 131 students
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Red Mesa Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Red Mesa Elementary School's student population of 131 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
131 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Red Mesa Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Red Mesa Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#913 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
95%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
2%
48%
Black
1%
6%
White
n/a
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
37%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Red Mesa Elementary School's ranking?
Red Mesa Elementary School is ranked #913 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Red Mesa Elementary School?
131 students attend Red Mesa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Red Mesa Elementary School students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Red Mesa Elementary School offer ?
Red Mesa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Red Mesa Elementary School part of?
Red Mesa Elementary School is part of Red Mesa Unified District (4159) School District.
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