Serving 553 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Don Mensendick School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 553 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Don Mensendick School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Don Mensendick School's student population of 553 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
553 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Don Mensendick School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Don Mensendick School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1635 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
76%
48%
Black
14%
6%
White
5%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Don Mensendick School's ranking?
Don Mensendick School is ranked #1635 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Don Mensendick School often compared to?
Don Mensendick Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bicentennial North School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Don Mensendick School?
553 students attend Don Mensendick School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Don Mensendick School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Don Mensendick School?
Don Mensendick School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Don Mensendick School offer ?
Don Mensendick School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Don Mensendick School part of?
Don Mensendick School is part of Glendale Elementary District (4271) School District.
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