Serving 593 students in grades Kindergarten-5, South Mesa Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 593 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Mesa Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
South Mesa Elementary School's student population of 593 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
593 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
South Mesa Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 975 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Mesa Elementary School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#132 out of 975 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)61%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)51%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
20%
Black
1%
1%
White
89%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Mesa Elementary School's ranking?
South Mesa Elementary School is ranked #132 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Utah.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend South Mesa Elementary School?
593 students attend South Mesa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of South Mesa Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Mesa Elementary School?
South Mesa Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does South Mesa Elementary School offer ?
South Mesa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is South Mesa Elementary School part of?
South Mesa Elementary School is part of Washington School District.
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