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#543 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 27% in state

Red Mountain Ranch Elementary

Elementary School · Mesa Unified District (4235)

6650 E RAFTRIVER ST, Mesa, AZ 85215

Enrollment

443

Student-Teacher

17.7:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#543 of 2,006

In Mesa

#43 of 129

public schools

In district

#21 of 76

Mesa Unified District (4235)

School environment

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Red Mountain Ranch Elementary

7.5/10

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

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9.0/10

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About Red Mountain Ranch Elementary

Red Mountain Ranch Elementary is a public elementary school in Mesa, AZ, part of Mesa Unified District (4235). Red Mountain Ranch Elementary serves approximately 443 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 17.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Red Mountain Ranch Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #543 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Red Mountain Ranch Elementary show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.2 pts above district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.3
  • AZ avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.03 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency46% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+8.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile71th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,121
Chronic Absenteeism16.7%

Red Mountain Ranch Elementary — Students at Red Mountain Ranch Elementary score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 59.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 68.1% (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
74%
ELA
85%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
75%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
76%
ELA
88%
2013
Math
76%
ELA
91%
2014
Math
50%
ELA
41%
2015
Math
51%
ELA
54%
2016
Math
60%
ELA
60%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
61%
2018
Math
60%
ELA
64%
2019
Math
60%
ELA
64%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
56%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
56%
2022
Math
39%
ELA
52%

* 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: 6.6/10.

How Red Mountain Ranch Elementary Compares

See how Red Mountain Ranch Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.5/10
73th percentile in AZ
Academic
8.1/10
Excellent
Growth
6.6/10
Average
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.7%

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

6650 E RAFTRIVER ST, Mesa, AZ 85215

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Red Mountain Ranch Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Las Sendas Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Zaharis Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bush Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mesa, see our Mesa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Las Sendas Elementary School Mesa 0.9 mi 9.0
Pathfinder Academy Mesa 1.1 mi 7.7
Falcon Hill Elementary School Mesa 2.6 mi 5.5
Mendoza Elementary School Mesa 2.9 mi 8.0
Mesa Academy for Advanced Studies Mesa 3.3 mi 7.6
Shepherd Junior High School Mesa 3.2 mi 4.6
Salk Elementary School Mesa 3.3 mi 3.8
Red Mountain High School Mesa 3.4 mi 7.8
EVIT - Red Mountain High School Mesa 3.4 mi
Fremont Junior High School Mesa 3.5 mi 6.3
Bush Elementary Mesa 3.4 mi 8.4
DESERT SHADOWS MONTESSORI Mesa 4.2 mi 4.0
Self Development Charter School Mesa 3.8 mi 7.9
Self Development Online Academy Mesa 3.8 mi
Zaharis Elementary Mesa 3.8 mi 8.6
O'Connor Elementary School Mesa 4.3 mi 4.8
East Valley High School Mesa 4.6 mi 5.6
Jefferson Elementary School Mesa 4.9 mi 8.1
MESA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mesa 5.0 mi 6.8
Legacy Traditional School - Mesa Chandler 4.4 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85215 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$90,310

Median Home Value

$398,400

Median Rent

$1,755/mo

Population

16,600

College Educated

35.9%

Homeownership

80.1%

Avg Commute

22.4 min

Poverty Rate

7.6%

Median Age

55

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Red Mountain Ranch Elementary

What grades does Red Mountain Ranch Elementary serve?

Red Mountain Ranch Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Red Mountain Ranch Elementary?

Red Mountain Ranch Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 443 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Red Mountain Ranch Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Red Mountain Ranch Elementary is 17.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Red Mountain Ranch Elementary rank in AZ?

Red Mountain Ranch Elementary ranks #543 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Red Mountain Ranch Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Red Mountain Ranch Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Mountain Ranch Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Red Mountain Ranch Elementary has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Red Mountain Ranch Elementary a charter school?

No, Red Mountain Ranch Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Red Mountain Ranch Elementary a Title I school?

No, Red Mountain Ranch Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
25 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
443
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.7%

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