School Overview
Second Mesa Day School is a tribally controlled grant school located on the Hopi Reservation in Second Mesa, Arizona. Serving a predominantly Hopi student population, the school is deeply rooted in the culture and traditions of the Hopi people. Its mission focuses on providing a holistic education that integrates rigorous academic standards with the preservation of the Hopi language, values, and customs. By fostering a supportive and culturally responsive environment, the school aims to empower students to achieve both academic excellence and a strong sense of identity.

The school operates as a vital community hub, emphasizing a partnership between educators, families, and the wider tribal community to support student development. Because it is a grant-funded institution, Second Mesa Day School maintains a unique level of local control, allowing it to tailor its curriculum and programming to meet the specific needs and aspirations of its students. Through this blend of traditional knowledge and modern educational practices, the school prepares its students not only for future academic pursuits but also for meaningful participation in their heritage and community.
227
Total Students
5.0
Full-Time Teachers
45.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
81.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Second Mesa Day School
Demographic Student Count
American Indian227
  • American Indian
    227 (100.0 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Second Mesa Day School
Phone: (928)737-2571
Website: http://www.smds.k12.az.us/
Grade Range: K - 6th
Total Students: 227
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 5.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 45.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 185
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 48
Grade 1 25
Grade 2 24
Grade 3 26
Grade 4 25
Grade 5 42
Grade 6 37

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Second Mesa Day School
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten48
Grade 125
Grade 224
Grade 326
Grade 425
Grade 542
Grade 637
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Second Mesa Day School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female11048.5%
Male11751.5%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)