Below Average
#1735 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Based on limited data
Second Mesa Day School
Elementary School · Second Mesa Day School
PO Box 98, Second Mesa, AZ 86043
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on AZ statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
221
Student-Teacher
31.6:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
221
Student-Teacher
31.6:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
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#1,735 of 2,006
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Second Mesa Day School
Elementary School in Second Mesa · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Second Mesa Day School
Second Mesa Day School is a public elementary school in Second Mesa, AZ, part of Second Mesa Day School. Second Mesa Day School serves approximately 221 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 31.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Second Mesa Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,735 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Second Mesa Day School runs 31.6:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Second Mesa Day 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.
43% of students at Second Mesa Day 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Second Mesa Day School Compares
See how Second Mesa Day School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 98, Second Mesa, AZ 86043
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Second Mesa Day School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hotevilla Bacavi Community School (rated 8.1/10, 12.8 miles away, in nearby Hotevilla), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pinon Community School (rated 8.1/10, 26.5 miles away, in nearby Pinon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rocky Ridge Boarding School (rated 7.9/10, 19.9 miles away, in nearby Kykotsmovi), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Second Mesa, see our Second Mesa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
16 within 36.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| First Mesa Elementary School Polacca | 6.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Hopi Day School Kykotsmovi | 8.5 mi | 4.2 |
| NATIVE - Hopi HS Keams Canyon | 11.2 mi | — |
| Hopi Jr/Sr High School Keams Canyon | 11.2 mi | — |
| Hotevilla Bacavi Community School Hotevilla | 12.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Rocky Ridge Boarding School Kykotsmovi | 19.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Seba Dalkai Boarding School Winslow | 20.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Keams Canyon Elementary School Keams Canyon | 17.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Jeddito School Keams Canyon | 20.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Pinon Community School Pinon | 26.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Jeehdeez'a Elementary School Pinon | 24.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Pinon Elementary School Pinon | 27.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Pinon Accelerated Middle School Pinon | 27.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Pinon High School Pinon | 27.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Dilcon Community School Winslow | 30.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Indian Wells Elementary Holbrook | 36.5 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 86043 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$37,875
Median Home Value
$76,900
Population
2,337
College Educated
2.5%
Homeownership
73.2%
Poverty Rate
46%
Median Age
26.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cambridge Academy East Mesa, AZ | 4.3 |
| Curiel School Eloy, AZ | 4.3 |
| La Senita Elementary Kingman, AZ | 4.3 |
| PERIDOT-OUR SAVIOR'S LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Peridot, AZ | 4.3 |
| A J Mitchell Elementary School Nogales, AZ | 4.2 |
| Dr. Charles A. Bejarano Elementary School Miami, AZ | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Second Mesa Day School
What grades does Second Mesa Day School serve?
Second Mesa Day School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Second Mesa Day School?
Second Mesa Day School has an enrollment of approximately 221 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Second Mesa Day School?
The student-teacher ratio at Second Mesa Day School is 31.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Second Mesa Day School rank in AZ?
Second Mesa Day School ranks #1,735 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Second Mesa Day School's MySchoolScout rating?
Second Mesa Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Second Mesa Day School a charter school?
No, Second Mesa Day School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Second Mesa Day School a Title I school?
No, Second Mesa Day School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Second Mesa Day School?
98.6% of students at Second Mesa Day School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 221
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 31.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Navajo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.0%
- Phone
- (928) 737-2571
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