Serving 454 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Augustus H. Shaw Montessori ranks in the top 30% 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher 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 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 454 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Augustus H. Shaw Montessori ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Augustus H. Shaw Montessori's student population of 454 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
454 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Augustus H. Shaw Montessori ranks within the top 30% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Augustus H. Shaw Montessori is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#440 out of 1854 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
45%
47%
Black
9%
6%
White
33%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
15%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Augustus H. Shaw Montessori's ranking?
Augustus H. Shaw Montessori is ranked #440 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Augustus H. Shaw Montessori?
454 students attend Augustus H. Shaw Montessori.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Augustus H. Shaw Montessori students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Augustus H. Shaw Montessori?
Augustus H. Shaw Montessori has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Augustus H. Shaw Montessori offer ?
Augustus H. Shaw Montessori offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Augustus H. Shaw Montessori part of?
Augustus H. Shaw Montessori is part of Phoenix Elementary District (4256) School District.
In what neighborhood is Augustus H. Shaw Montessori located?
Augustus H. Shaw Montessori is located in the Coronado neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 4 other public schools located in Coronado.
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