Second Mesa Day School serves 188 students in grades Kindergarten-6.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 188 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Math Proficiency: 25-29%
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9%
- Science Proficiency: ≤10%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Second Mesa Day School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Second Mesa Day School's student population of 188 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
188 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Motto
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School Rankings
The diversity score of Second Mesa Day School is 0.00, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
17:1
American Indian
100%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
49%
Black
n/a
6%
White
n/a
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
41%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Second Mesa Day School often compared to?
Second Mesa Day Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hopi Day School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Second Mesa Day School?
188 students attend Second Mesa Day School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Second Mesa Day School students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Second Mesa Day School?
Second Mesa Day School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Second Mesa Day School offer ?
Second Mesa Day School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Second Mesa Day School part of?
Second Mesa Day School is part of Second Mesa Day School District.
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