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Patterson Elementary School (Ranked Top 50% for 2026) - Mesa, AZ

Patterson Elementary School

615 S Cheshire
Mesa, AZ 85208
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 733 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Patterson Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher 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 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 733 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 55%
  • : Top 50% in AZ
  • : 43% (Top 30%)
  • : 42% (Top 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

School Overview

Patterson Elementary School's student population of 733 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
733 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
2025
Colors
Coyote Colors
School Calendar

School Rankings

Patterson Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Patterson Elementary School is 0.63, 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.
This School
State Level (AZ)
#616 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
43%
34%
42%
40%
25-29%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
41%
49%
Black
4%
6%
White
45%
33%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.63
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Coyotes

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Patterson Elementary School's ranking?
Patterson Elementary School is ranked #616 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Patterson Elementary School often compared to?
Patterson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brinton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Patterson Elementary School?
733 students attend Patterson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Patterson Elementary School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Patterson Elementary School?
Patterson Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Patterson Elementary School offer ?
Patterson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Patterson Elementary School part of?
Patterson Elementary School is part of Mesa Unified District (4235).
In what neighborhood is Patterson Elementary School located?
Patterson Elementary School is located in the Hacienda II neighborhood of Mesa, AZ.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 733 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 55%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 43% (Top 30%)
  • : 42% (Top 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

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