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Below Average

#1620 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Field Elementary School

Elementary School · Mesa Unified District (4235)

2325 E ADOBE ST, Mesa, AZ 85213

Enrollment

514

Student-Teacher

16.6:1

Score

4.7

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,620 of 2,006

In Mesa

#101 of 129

public schools

In district

#57 of 76

Mesa Unified District (4235)

School environment

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Field Elementary School

4.7/10

Elementary School in Mesa · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Field Elementary School

Field Elementary School is a public elementary school in Mesa, AZ, part of Mesa Unified District (4235). Field Elementary School serves approximately 514 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Field Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,620 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Field Elementary School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.6 pts below district
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

31% of students at Field Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.6Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.49 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-10.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile39th
Resources & Environment8.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,121
Chronic Absenteeism30.5%

Field Elementary School — Students at Field Elementary School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 45.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 51.8% (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
67%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
68%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
73%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
84%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
83%
2014
Math
39%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
41%
ELA
36%
2016
Math
41%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
41%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
41%
2020*
Math
18%
ELA
28%
2021*
Math
18%
ELA
28%
2022
Math
25%
ELA
29%

* 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: 2.6/10.

How Field Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.7/10
19th percentile in AZ
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.4/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.5%

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

2325 E ADOBE ST, Mesa, AZ 85213

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Field Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MacArthur Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Franklin Accelerated Academy - East Campus (rated 8.8/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Montessori Education Centre Charter School - North Campus (rated 8.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mesa, see our Mesa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85213 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$100,671

Median Home Value

$407,600

Median Rent

$1,640/mo

Population

37,323

College Educated

39%

Homeownership

77.4%

Avg Commute

24.4 min

Poverty Rate

7.8%

Median Age

38.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Field Elementary School

What grades does Field Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Field Elementary School?

Field Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 514 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Field Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Field Elementary School is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Field Elementary School rank in AZ?

Field Elementary School ranks #1,620 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Field Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Field Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Field Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Field Elementary School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Field Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Field Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
27 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
32 Some Transit
Bike Score
62 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
514
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.5%

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