Serving 876 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Desert Mesa Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 876 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Desert Mesa Elementary School's student population of 876 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
876 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Colors
Maroon and Gray
School Calendar
School Rankings
Desert Mesa Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Desert Mesa Elementary School is 0.37, 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
#636 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Hispanic
77%
49%
Black
1%
6%
White
19%
33%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Desert Mesa Elementary School's ranking?
Desert Mesa Elementary School is ranked #636 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Desert Mesa Elementary School often compared to?
Desert Mesa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunrise Elementary School, Mary A Otondo Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Desert Mesa Elementary School?
876 students attend Desert Mesa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Desert Mesa Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Desert Mesa Elementary School?
Desert Mesa Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Desert Mesa Elementary School offer ?
Desert Mesa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Desert Mesa Elementary School part of?
Desert Mesa Elementary School is part of Yuma Elementary District (4499).
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