Mercury Mine Elementary School

Mercury Mine Elementary School

Public Pre-K, Elementary School | Grade Pre-K-6
9640 N 28th St,  Phoenix, AZ
Paradise Valley Unified School District
3.0
4.4
493 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Donna Alley, Principal
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Math Proficiency
54%
Reading Proficiency
66%

Niche Grade

A
Academics
A+
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
66%
Math Proficiency
54%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers
32
Full Time Teachers
32
Teachers in First or Second Year
6.5%

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
9%
State Average
44%
Science
69%
State Average
31%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
581:1

Student Diversity

Female
50.2%
Male
49.8%
White
75.1%
Hispanic
18.2%
Two or more races
4.7%
Black
1.2%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.0 2 Reviews
5.0 Parent
10/24/2017
My kids really like going to school at Mercury Mine. The teachers are great and there is very little turn over of teachers or staff. Parents are involved and there are often parents or trained volunteers to help in the classroom.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.4 34 Reviews
5.0 parent
9/13/2025
What can I say about this school? Not enough. It is beyond fantastic! Teachers are certified and will do anything to make your child succeed. The communicate well with parents. The teachers love teaching. The homework is the perfect amount. You or your child won’t be disappointed
5.0 parent
8/7/2025
Wonderful principal, great teachers, excellent community. We love this school and have been so happy with our two children’s experiences here. A fully rounded, enriching and positive place for kids!
5.0 parent
8/7/2025
Our son is starting second grade and has attended since kindergarten. We have been so happy with our experience here. The quality of teachers has been amazing. Our son receives supportive services through an IEP and it has been incredibly helpful! I appreciate the after school clubs they offer and t...
1.0 parent
10/31/2024
Many parents have pulled their kids out of this school for bullies and of their teachers. This is horrible especially for the teachers! What is the principal doing ? How many more kids will be removed before YOU make a change to your school?!?

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Mercury Mine Elementary School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-6 in Phoenix, AZ and is served by the Paradise Valley Unified School District in Arizona. The school has a total enrollment of 493 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Academic records show that 54% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 66% are proficient in reading. Mercury Mine Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $699,422. Discover additional schools in the area, like Shadow Mountain High School, West-Mec - Shadow Mountain High School, Roadrunner School, and more. Learn more about what Phoenix has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Mercury Mine Elementary School.

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