Mesquite Elementary School

Mesquite Elementary School serves 677 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Tucson, Arizona, earning recognition as one of the state's top-performing elementary schools. With a ranking of 59th out of 2,029 Arizona schools, placing it in the 97th percentile, Mesquite demonstrates exceptional academic achievement with an impressive 9.7 out of 10 academic score. The school's 39 full-time equivalent teachers maintain a manageable 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio, contributing to strong instructional outcomes.

Students excel particularly in mathematics, with 80% achieving proficiency or above across grade levels, while 71% demonstrate proficiency in English Language Arts and reading. This comprehensive academic success has earned Mesquite an overall MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10. Located on East Rita Road, Mesquite Elementary sits within an affluent and well-educated community where 46% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.

The surrounding neighborhood reflects stability and educational investment, with a median household income of $104,855 and median home values around $308,800. The low poverty rate of 5.5% in this zip code of nearly 26,000 residents creates a supportive environment for learning. Mesquite Elementary operates within Tucson's large city setting, offering families access to both excellent academics and urban amenities.