Serving 395 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Lehi Elementary 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 11% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 395 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lehi Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Lehi Elementary School's student population of 395 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
395 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Every student in Mesa Public Schools is known by name, served by strength and need, and graduates ready for college, career and community.
School Rankings
Lehi Elementary 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 Lehi Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#1754 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
9%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
69%
48%
Black
5%
6%
White
14%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Lehi Elementary School's ranking?
Lehi Elementary School is ranked #1754 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Lehi Elementary School?
395 students attend Lehi Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Lehi Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 9% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lehi Elementary School?
Lehi Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lehi Elementary School offer ?
Lehi Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lehi Elementary School part of?
Lehi Elementary School is part of Mesa Unified District (4235) School District.
In what neighborhood is Lehi Elementary School located?
Lehi Elementary School is located in the Lehi Community Improvement neighborhood of Mesa, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Lehi Community Improvement.
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