Serving 465 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Mesa View Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Mexico for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the New Mexico state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is higher than the New Mexico state average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 465 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NM
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mesa View Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Mexico for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Mesa View Elementary School's student population of 465 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
465 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We're changing the future one mind at a time.
School Rankings
Mesa View Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 796 schools in New Mexico (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mesa View Elementary School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#499 out of 796 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
34%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
33%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
46%
11%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
42%
63%
Black
1%
2%
White
7%
19%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
85%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Grants School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NM Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mesa View Elementary School's ranking?
Mesa View Elementary School is ranked #499 out of 796 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Mexico.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% NM state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 34% NM state average).
How many students attend Mesa View Elementary School?
465 students attend Mesa View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Mesa View Elementary School students are American Indian, 42% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mesa View Elementary School?
Mesa View Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the New Mexico state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mesa View Elementary School offer ?
Mesa View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mesa View Elementary School part of?
Mesa View Elementary School is part of Grants School District.
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