Very Good
#692 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 34% in state
Mesa View Elementary
Elementary School · Chinle Unified District (4158)
PO BOX 587, Chinle, AZ 86503
Enrollment
371
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
371
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#692 of 2,006
In Chinle
#4 of 8
public schools
In district
#4 of 7
Chinle Unified District (4158)
Academic growth
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Mesa View Elementary
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About Mesa View Elementary
Mesa View Elementary is a public elementary school in Chinle, AZ, part of Chinle Unified District (4158). Mesa View Elementary serves approximately 371 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Mesa View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #692 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Mesa View Elementary show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 7.7
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Mesa View Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Mesa View Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
77% of students at Mesa View Elementary 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
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Mesa View Elementary — Students at Mesa View Elementary score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 13%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 24 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.7/10.
How Mesa View Elementary Compares
See how Mesa View Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 587, Chinle, AZ 86503
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mesa View Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chinle Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Tsaile Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 23.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Black Mesa Community School (rated 8.2/10, 29.3 miles away, in nearby Pinon), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chinle, see our Chinle schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 34.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Canyon De Chelly Elementary School Chinle | 0.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Chinle Junior High School Chinle | 0.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Chinle Elementary School Chinle | 0.3 mi | 8.9 |
| Chinle High School Chinle | 0.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Many Farms Elementary School Chinle | 13.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Many Farms Community School Many Farms | 13.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Many Farms High School Many Farms | 13.6 mi | — |
| Nazlini Community School Ganado | 19.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Cottonwood Day School Chinle | 17.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Round Rock Elementary School Round Rock | 25.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Rough Rock Community School Chinle | 24.0 mi | — |
| Tsaile Elementary School Chinle | 23.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Ganado High School Ganado | 27.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Lukachukai Community School Lukachukai | 26.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Ganado Intermediate School Ganado | 30.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Ganado Primary School Ganado | 30.7 mi | 3.9 |
| Ganado Middle School Ganado | 30.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Kin Dah Lichi'i Olta Ganado | 30.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Black Mesa Community School Pinon | 29.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Cove Day School Red Valley | 34.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 86503 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$30,313
Median Home Value
$39,500
Median Rent
$523/mo
Population
10,122
College Educated
13.2%
Homeownership
73%
Poverty Rate
36.7%
Median Age
35.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mesa View Elementary
What grades does Mesa View Elementary serve?
Mesa View Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Mesa View Elementary?
Mesa View Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 371 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mesa View Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mesa View Elementary is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mesa View Elementary rank in AZ?
Mesa View Elementary ranks #692 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Mesa View Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mesa View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Mesa View Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mesa View Elementary has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Mesa View Elementary a charter school?
No, Mesa View Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mesa View Elementary a Title I school?
No, Mesa View Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 371
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Apache County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 77.4%
- Phone
- (928) 674-9800
Resources & Links
District
Chinle Unified District (4158)- District Enrollment
- 3,026
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,007
- District Rank
- #4 of 7
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