Serving 584 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Pomeroy Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 584 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pomeroy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Pomeroy Elementary School's student population of 584 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
584 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1998
Campus Size
5
School Rankings
Pomeroy 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 Pomeroy Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#648 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
4%
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
52%
48%
Black
5%
6%
White
30%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Pomeroy Elementary School's ranking?
Pomeroy Elementary School is ranked #648 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Pomeroy Elementary School often compared to?
Pomeroy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Las Sendas Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Pomeroy Elementary School?
584 students attend Pomeroy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Pomeroy Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pomeroy Elementary School?
Pomeroy Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pomeroy Elementary School offer ?
Pomeroy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pomeroy Elementary School part of?
Pomeroy Elementary School is part of Mesa Unified District (4235) School District.
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