Very Good
#444 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 22% in state
Red Mesa Elementary School
Elementary School · Red Mesa Unified District (4159)
Highway 160 Mile Marker 448, Teec Nos Pos, AZ 86514
Enrollment
131
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
131
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#444 of 2,006
In Teec Nos Pos
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
Red Mesa Unified District (4159)
Academic growth
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Red Mesa Elementary School
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About Red Mesa Elementary School
Red Mesa Elementary School is a public elementary school in Teec Nos Pos, AZ, part of Red Mesa Unified District (4159). Red Mesa Elementary School serves approximately 131 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th. Red Mesa Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #444 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Red Mesa Elementary School show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 6.2
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 131 students, Red Mesa Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Red Mesa Elementary School 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.
86% of students at Red Mesa 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
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Red Mesa Elementary School — Students at Red Mesa Elementary School score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.0/10.
How Red Mesa Elementary School Compares
See how Red Mesa Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
Highway 160 Mile Marker 448, Teec Nos Pos, AZ 86514
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Red Mesa Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Beclabito Day School (rated 8.2/10, 21.6 miles away, in nearby Shiprock), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Red Rock Day School (rated 8.0/10, 31.0 miles away, in nearby Red Valley), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Aneth Community School (rated 7.9/10, 20.4 miles away, in nearby Montezuma Creek), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Teec Nos Pos, see our Teec Nos Pos schools guide .
Nearby Schools
16 within 32.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Red Mesa High School Teec Nos Pos | 0.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Red Mesa Junior High School Teec Nos Pos | 0.0 mi | 7.2 |
| IMMANUEL MISSION SCHOOL Teec Nos Pos | 11.1 mi | 4.8 |
| T'iis Nazbas Community School Teec Nos Pos | 15.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Montezuma Creek School Montezuma Creek | 21.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Whitehorse High Montezuma Creek | 21.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Aneth Community School Montezuma Creek | 20.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Rock Point Community School Rock Point | 21.4 mi | — |
| NAVAJO MISSION PREPARATORY SCHOOL Rock Point | 21.7 mi | 2.3 |
| Bluff School Bluff | 24.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Beclabito Day School Shiprock | 21.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Cove Day School Red Valley | 29.3 mi | — |
| Round Rock Elementary School Round Rock | 31.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Dennehotso Boarding School Dennehotso | 26.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Red Rock Day School Red Valley | 31.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Red Valley/Cove High School Teec Nos Pos | 32.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 86514 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,722
Median Home Value
$70,700
Median Rent
$635/mo
Population
2,762
College Educated
10.7%
Homeownership
67.8%
Poverty Rate
30.4%
Median Age
33.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Red Mesa Elementary School
What grades does Red Mesa Elementary School serve?
Red Mesa Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Red Mesa Elementary School?
Red Mesa Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 131 students.
How does Red Mesa Elementary School rank in AZ?
Red Mesa Elementary School ranks #444 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Red Mesa Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Red Mesa Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Red Mesa Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Red Mesa Elementary School has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Red Mesa Elementary School a charter school?
No, Red Mesa Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Red Mesa Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Red Mesa Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 131
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Apache County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 86.3%
- Phone
- (928) 656-4250
Resources & Links
District
Red Mesa Unified District (4159)- District Enrollment
- 464
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,281
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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