Serving 476 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Augustus H. Shaw Montessori ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher 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 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 476 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Augustus H. Shaw Montessori encompasses the entire school district in Phoenix, AZ, covering approximately 15.5 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.2 miles away.
- 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
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Augustus H. Shaw Montessori's student population of 476 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
476 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1993
School Calendar
School Rankings
Augustus H. Shaw Montessori ranks within the top 20% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Augustus H. Shaw Montessori 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
#223 out of 1921 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
51%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
30%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.4%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
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 #223 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Augustus H. Shaw Montessori?
476 students attend Augustus H. Shaw Montessori.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Augustus H. Shaw Montessori students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Augustus H. Shaw Montessori?
Augustus H. Shaw Montessori has a student ration of 22:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Augustus H. Shaw Montessori part of?
Augustus H. Shaw Montessori is part of Phoenix Elementary District (4256).
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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