Serving 293 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Florida Mesa Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 293 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Florida Mesa Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Florida Mesa Elementary School's student population of 293 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
293 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Florida Mesa Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Florida Mesa Elementary School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#839 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
9%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
28%
37%
Black
n/a
5%
White
56%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustangs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Florida Mesa Elementary School's ranking?
Florida Mesa Elementary School is ranked #839 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Florida Mesa Elementary School often compared to?
Florida Mesa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Animas Valley Elementary School, Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Florida Mesa Elementary School?
293 students attend Florida Mesa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Florida Mesa Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Florida Mesa Elementary School?
Florida Mesa Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Florida Mesa Elementary School offer ?
Florida Mesa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Florida Mesa Elementary School part of?
Florida Mesa Elementary School is part of Durango School District No. 9-R.
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