Below Average
#1605 of 1,815 schools in CO
Mesa Elementary School
Elementary School · Fountain School District No. 8 in the county of El Paso an
400 CAMINO DEL REY, Fountain, CO 80817
Enrollment
667
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
667
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#1,605 of 1,815
In Fountain
#8 of 10
public schools
In district
#11 of 13
Fountain School District No. 8 in the county of El Paso an
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About Mesa Elementary School
Mesa Elementary School is a public elementary school in Fountain, CO, part of Fountain School District No. 8 in the county of El Paso an. Mesa Elementary School serves approximately 667 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mesa Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,605 of 1,815 schools in CO.
Structured state assessment records for Mesa Elementary School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 5.0
- CO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at 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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Mesa Elementary School — Students at Mesa Elementary School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
55%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)
Based on 35 test records from CO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 3.4/10.
How Mesa Elementary School Compares
See how Mesa Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
400 CAMINO DEL REY, Fountain, CO 80817
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mesa Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Talbott STEAM Innovation School (rated 7.8/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Colorado Springs), which scores notably higher. Another option is Widefield Elementary School of the Arts (rated 7.8/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Colorado Springs), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Martin Luther King Jr Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Colorado Springs), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fountain, see our Fountain schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80817 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,121
Median Home Value
$377,300
Median Rent
$1,758/mo
Population
31,101
College Educated
32.1%
Homeownership
73%
Avg Commute
26.4 min
Poverty Rate
9.1%
Median Age
31.4
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arapahoe Ridge Elementary School Westminster, CO | 4.0 |
| Basalt Elementary School Basalt, CO | 4.0 |
| Boston K-8 School Aurora, CO | 4.0 |
| Eastridge Community Elementary School Aurora, CO | 4.0 |
| John W Thimmig Elementary School Henderson, CO | 4.0 |
| Meeker Elementary School Greeley, CO | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mesa Elementary School
What grades does Mesa Elementary School serve?
Mesa Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Mesa Elementary School?
Mesa Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 667 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mesa Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mesa Elementary School is 18.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mesa Elementary School rank in CO?
Mesa Elementary School ranks #1,605 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Mesa Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mesa Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Mesa Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mesa Elementary School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Mesa Elementary School a charter school?
No, Mesa Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mesa Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Mesa Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mesa Elementary School?
55.0% of students at Mesa Elementary 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 667
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 55.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- El Paso County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.8%
- Phone
- (719) 382-1370
Resources & Links
District
Fountain School District No. 8 in the county of El Paso an- District Enrollment
- 7,885
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,254
- District Rank
- #11 of 13
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