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Falcon Hill Elementary School

Elementary School · Mesa Unified District (4235)

1645 N STERLING, Mesa, AZ 85207

Enrollment

541

Student-Teacher

14.6:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,313 of 2,006

In Mesa

#78 of 129

public schools

In district

#43 of 76

Mesa Unified District (4235)

School environment

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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5.5/10

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About Falcon Hill Elementary School

Falcon Hill Elementary School is a public elementary school in Mesa, AZ, part of Mesa Unified District (4235). Falcon Hill Elementary School serves approximately 541 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Falcon Hill Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,313 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Falcon Hill Elementary School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • AZ avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.2Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.24 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency34% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-3.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,121
Chronic Absenteeism24.2%

Falcon Hill Elementary School — Students at Falcon Hill Elementary School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 54.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 57.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
75%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
81%
ELA
88%
2011
Math
78%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
80%
ELA
86%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
85%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
40%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
43%
2016
Math
46%
ELA
44%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
50%
ELA
48%
2019
Math
50%
ELA
48%
2020*
Math
34%
ELA
36%
2021*
Math
34%
ELA
36%
2022
Math
30%
ELA
37%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.2/10.

How Falcon Hill Elementary School Compares

See how Falcon Hill Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
35th percentile in AZ
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1645 N STERLING, Mesa, AZ 85207

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Falcon Hill Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Las Sendas Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Zaharis Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bush Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mesa, see our Mesa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Red Mountain High School Mesa 0.8 mi 7.8
EVIT - Red Mountain High School Mesa 0.8 mi
Salk Elementary School Mesa 0.8 mi 3.8
Mesa Academy for Advanced Studies Mesa 0.9 mi 7.6
Fremont Junior High School Mesa 1.1 mi 6.3
Pathfinder Academy Mesa 1.5 mi 7.7
Las Sendas Elementary School Mesa 1.8 mi 9.0
DESERT SHADOWS MONTESSORI Mesa 1.8 mi 4.0
East Valley High School Mesa 2.0 mi 5.6
Mendoza Elementary School Mesa 1.8 mi 8.0
Shepherd Junior High School Mesa 1.9 mi 4.6
Jefferson Elementary School Mesa 2.4 mi 8.1
MESA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mesa 2.4 mi 6.8
Red Mountain Ranch Elementary Mesa 2.6 mi 7.5
Zaharis Elementary Mesa 2.7 mi 8.6
Cambridge Academy East Mesa 2.7 mi 4.3
Bush Elementary Mesa 2.9 mi 8.4
O'Connor Elementary School Mesa 3.2 mi 4.8
Taft Elementary School Mesa 3.4 mi 7.2
ADOBE ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mesa 3.4 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85207 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$99,439

Median Home Value

$460,800

Median Rent

$1,595/mo

Population

50,135

College Educated

36.2%

Homeownership

82.3%

Avg Commute

26.1 min

Poverty Rate

8.6%

Median Age

46.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Falcon Hill Elementary School

What grades does Falcon Hill Elementary School serve?

Falcon Hill Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Falcon Hill Elementary School?

Falcon Hill Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 541 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Falcon Hill Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Falcon Hill Elementary School is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Falcon Hill Elementary School rank in AZ?

Falcon Hill Elementary School ranks #1,313 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Falcon Hill Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Falcon Hill Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Falcon Hill Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Falcon Hill Elementary School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Falcon Hill Elementary School a charter school?

No, Falcon Hill Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Falcon Hill Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Falcon Hill Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
24 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
22 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
541
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.2%

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