Serving 294 students in grades 2-8, Acorn Montessori Charter School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 2-8
- Enrollment: 294 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Acorn Montessori Charter School's student population of 294 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 2-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
294 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
2001
School Calendar
School Motto
Children First, Always
School Rankings
Acorn Montessori Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Acorn Montessori Charter School is 0.52, 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
#1039 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
38%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
6%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
58%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.1%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 09/16/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Acorn Montessori Charter School's ranking?
Acorn Montessori Charter School is ranked #1039 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Acorn Montessori Charter School often compared to?
Acorn Montessori Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Prescott Valley School, Franklin Phonetic Primary School, Liberty Traditional School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Acorn Montessori Charter School?
294 students attend Acorn Montessori Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Acorn Montessori Charter School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Acorn Montessori Charter School?
Acorn Montessori Charter School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Acorn Montessori Charter School offer ?
Acorn Montessori Charter School offers enrollment in grades 2-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Acorn Montessori Charter School part of?
Acorn Montessori Charter School is part of Acorn Montessori Charter School (79437) School District.
In what neighborhood is Acorn Montessori Charter School located?
Acorn Montessori Charter School is located in the Prescott Valley Units neighborhood of Prescott Valley, AZ. There are 3 other public schools located in Prescott Valley Units.
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