MESQUITE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Mesquite Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Vail Unified District (4413) school district, located in Tucson, AZ with about 647 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below.

Mesquite Elementary School, located in the Rita Ranch area of Tucson, is a key institution within the Vail School District, a district widely recognized for its high academic standards and innovative approach to education. The school serves a diverse community of students and focuses on fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes core academic achievement, critical thinking, and character development. By leveraging the resources of the Vail School District, Mesquite provides students with access to robust curriculum tools and extracurricular opportunities designed to prepare them for success in higher grade levels.

Beyond academics, Mesquite Elementary is known for its strong emphasis on community engagement and the partnership between parents, teachers, and staff. The school prioritizes a collaborative culture where technology integration and student-led initiatives are encouraged to help children reach their full potential. With its convenient location on East Rita Road and its commitment to a "whole-child" approach, Mesquite remains a popular choice for families seeking a stable, forward-thinking, and community-oriented educational experience in Southern Arizona.

For more information, contact Mesquite Elementary School at (520) 879-2100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

9455 E. Rita Road
Tucson, AZ 85747
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MESQUITE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Tucson, AZ with about 647 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Arizona

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
647
Teachers:
0
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 647 students

White
45.1%
Hispanic/Latino
41.7%
Two or more races
7.1%
Asian
2.9%
Black or African American
2.2%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.6%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.3%

Female
51.6%
Male
48.4%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.