Red Mesa Elementary School in Teec Nos Pos, AZ, serves 131 students in grades Pre–K through 8 with a student–teacher ratio of 11:1, which is among the lowest in the state (top 10%).
Math proficiency is 5%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%, and reading proficiency ranges from 30% to 34%, also lower than the state average of 40%.
Science proficiency is between 21% and 39%, approximately equal to or slightly above the Arizona state average of 24%.
The school's overall testing rank declined from #353 in 2021 to #1498 in 2023, placing it in the bottom 50% of Arizona public schools.
Enrollment decreased from 176 students in 2016 to 131 students in 2023, while the percentage of students eligible for free lunch increased significantly, reaching 82% in 2023, reflecting growing socioeconomic need at this rural Arizona elementary school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 124 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Red Mesa Elementary School's student population of 124 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
124 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Colors
Red and White
School Calendar
School Rankings
Red Mesa Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Red Mesa Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#1498 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
96%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
40%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Red Mesa Elementary School's ranking?
Red Mesa Elementary School is ranked #1498 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
124 students attend Red Mesa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Red Mesa Elementary School students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Red Mesa Elementary School?
Red Mesa Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
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).
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