Below Average
#7342 of 9,539 schools in CA
Mesquite Trails Elementary
Elementary School · Hesperia Unified
13884 Mesquite St., Hesperia, CA 92344
Enrollment
917
Student-Teacher
27.8:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
917
Student-Teacher
27.8:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,342 of 9,539
In Hesperia
#12 of 29
public schools
In district
#9 of 25
Hesperia Unified
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Mesquite Trails Elementary
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About Mesquite Trails Elementary
Mesquite Trails Elementary is a public elementary school in Hesperia, CA, part of Hesperia Unified. Mesquite Trails Elementary serves approximately 917 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 27.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Mesquite Trails Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #7,342 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Mesquite Trails Elementary show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 3.2
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Mesquite Trails Elementary runs 27.8:1 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.
36% of students at Mesquite Trails 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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Mesquite Trails Elementary — Students at Mesquite Trails Elementary score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
53.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA 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: 5.3/10.
How Mesquite Trails Elementary Compares
See how Mesquite Trails Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
13884 Mesquite St., Hesperia, CA 92344
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mesquite Trails Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pathways to College K8 (rated 6.9/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 5.9/10, 3.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Topaz Preparatory Academy (rated 4.4/10, 2.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Hesperia, see our Hesperia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Cedar Middle Hesperia | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Mission Crest Elementary Hesperia | 1.4 mi | 2.8 |
| Oak Hills High Oak Hills | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Cottonwood Elementary Hesperia | 1.5 mi | 2.4 |
| Canyon Ridge High Hesperia | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Summit Leadership Academy-High Desert Hesperia | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Mirus Secondary San Diego | 1.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Mojave River Academy - Rockview Park Oro Grande | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Hesperia High Hesperia | 2.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Topaz Preparatory Academy Hesperia | 2.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Just 4 Kids Academy Hesperia | 2.2 mi | — |
| Maple Elementary Hesperia | 3.2 mi | 3.4 |
| Shadow Ridge Hesperia | 3.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Hesperia Junior High Hesperia | 3.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Cypress School of the Arts Hesperia | 3.5 mi | 3.3 |
| Pathways to College K8 Hesperia | 3.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Mesa Grande Elementary Hesperia | 3.3 mi | 2.4 |
| Joshua Circle Elementary Hesperia | 3.6 mi | 2.5 |
| NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hesperia | 3.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Lime Street Elementary Hesperia | 3.8 mi | 2.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92344 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$99,909
Median Home Value
$454,100
Median Rent
$2,117/mo
Population
20,671
College Educated
19.6%
Homeownership
78.8%
Avg Commute
46.3 min
Poverty Rate
9.7%
Median Age
33.5
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| Avenal Elementary Avenal, CA | 4.9 |
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| Cali Calmecac Language Academy Windsor, CA | 4.9 |
| Central Elementary Fresno, CA | 4.9 |
| Corona Ranch Elementary Corona, CA | 4.9 |
| Daisy Gibson Elementary Palmdale, CA | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mesquite Trails Elementary
What grades does Mesquite Trails Elementary serve?
Mesquite Trails Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Mesquite Trails Elementary?
Mesquite Trails Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 917 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mesquite Trails Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mesquite Trails Elementary is 27.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mesquite Trails Elementary rank in CA?
Mesquite Trails Elementary ranks #7,342 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Mesquite Trails Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mesquite Trails Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Mesquite Trails Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mesquite Trails Elementary has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mesquite Trails Elementary a charter school?
No, Mesquite Trails Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mesquite Trails Elementary a Title I school?
No, Mesquite Trails Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mesquite Trails Elementary?
53.3% of students at Mesquite Trails Elementary 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
- 917
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 27.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 53.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Bernardino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.4%
- Phone
- (760) 949-3149
Resources & Links
District
Hesperia Unified- District Enrollment
- 23,382
- Schools in District
- 25
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,572
- District Rank
- #9 of 25
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