Serving 395 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Crismon 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 40% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 395 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crismon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Crismon Elementary School's student population of 395 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
395 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Crismon Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crismon Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#771 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
8%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
41%
48%
Black
9%
6%
White
33%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
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 Crismon Elementary School's ranking?
Crismon Elementary School is ranked #771 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Crismon Elementary School often compared to?
Crismon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Accelerated Academy - Jordan Campus by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Crismon Elementary School?
395 students attend Crismon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Crismon Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Crismon Elementary School?
Crismon Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Crismon Elementary School offer ?
Crismon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Crismon Elementary School part of?
Crismon Elementary School is part of Mesa Unified District (4235) School District.
In what neighborhood is Crismon Elementary School located?
Crismon Elementary School is located in the Dobson Ranch neighborhood of Mesa, AZ. There are 4 other public schools located in Dobson Ranch.
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