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Longfellow Elementary School

Elementary School · Mesa Unified District (4235)

345 S HALL, Mesa, AZ 85204

Enrollment

443

Student-Teacher

13.8:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,503 of 2,006

In Mesa

#89 of 129

public schools

In district

#49 of 76

Mesa Unified District (4235)

School environment

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Longfellow Elementary School

5.0/10

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

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About Longfellow Elementary School

Longfellow Elementary School is a public elementary school in Mesa, AZ, part of Mesa Unified District (4235). Longfellow Elementary School serves approximately 443 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Longfellow Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,503 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Longfellow Elementary School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.3 pts below district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • AZ avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.2Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.92 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.3Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency11% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency20% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency16% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-21.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile14th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,121
Chronic Absenteeism29.3%

Longfellow Elementary School — Students at Longfellow Elementary School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 30.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 34.4% (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
49%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
53%
ELA
63%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
63%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
58%
2013
Math
46%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
23%
ELA
15%
2015
Math
23%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
31%
ELA
20%
2017
Math
25%
ELA
17%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
8%
ELA
15%
2021*
Math
8%
ELA
15%
2022
Math
11%
ELA
20%

* 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: 4.2/10.

How Longfellow Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.0/10
25th percentile in AZ
Academic
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.2/10
Below Average
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.3%

Location

345 S HALL, Mesa, AZ 85204

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Longfellow Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Franklin Accelerated Academy - East Campus (rated 8.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Montessori Education Centre Charter School - Mesa (rated 8.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Montessori Education Centre Charter School - North Campus (rated 8.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mesa, see our Mesa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL Mesa 0.3 mi 7.2
EAGLE College Preparatory School- Mesa Mesa 0.4 mi 7.3
Franklin Accelerated Academy - East Campus Mesa 0.6 mi 8.8
Robson Elementary School Mesa 0.7 mi 5.0
Mesa High School Mesa 0.9 mi 5.8
EVIT - Mesa High School Mesa 0.9 mi
Academy with Community Partners Mesa 1.0 mi 4.7
Lindbergh Elementary School Mesa 0.9 mi 5.0
Lowell Elementary School Mesa 1.0 mi 7.4
Michael T. Hughes Elementary School Mesa 1.3 mi 6.5
Montessori Education Centre Charter School - North Campus Mesa 1.5 mi 8.6
Keller Elementary School Mesa 1.5 mi 5.0
REDEEMER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mesa 1.5 mi 7.5
Field Elementary School Mesa 1.5 mi 4.7
Poston Junior High School Mesa 1.6 mi 4.3
Holmes Elementary School Mesa 1.5 mi 3.7
Learning Foundation Mesa 1.7 mi 5.0
Sun Valley High School Mesa 1.6 mi 4.4
Edison Elementary School Mesa 1.6 mi 4.9
Montessori Education Centre Charter School - Mesa Mesa 1.7 mi 8.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85204 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,474

Median Home Value

$296,000

Median Rent

$1,426/mo

Population

65,018

College Educated

19.6%

Homeownership

57.9%

Avg Commute

24.7 min

Poverty Rate

14.7%

Median Age

33.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Longfellow Elementary School

What grades does Longfellow Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Longfellow Elementary School?

Longfellow Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 443 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Longfellow Elementary School is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Longfellow Elementary School rank in AZ?

Longfellow Elementary School ranks #1,503 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Longfellow Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Longfellow Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Longfellow Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Longfellow Elementary School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Longfellow Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Longfellow Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
65 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
51 Good Transit
Bike Score
77 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
443
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.3%

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