Serving 376 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Lone Mountain Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 376 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Lone Mountain Elementary School serves the west part of Cave Creek, AZ, covering an area of approximately 13.4 square miles. Most families are within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.9 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 4.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lone Mountain Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lone Mountain Elementary School's student population of 376 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
376 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lone Mountain Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lone Mountain Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#123 out of 1921 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Hispanic
10%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
White
81%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.1%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lone Mountain Elementary School's ranking?
Lone Mountain Elementary School is ranked #123 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Lone Mountain Elementary School often compared to?
Lone Mountain Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Black Mountain Elementary School, Desert Willow Elementary School, Horseshoe Trails Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Lone Mountain Elementary School?
376 students attend Lone Mountain Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Lone Mountain Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lone Mountain Elementary School?
Lone Mountain Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lone Mountain Elementary School offer ?
Lone Mountain Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lone Mountain Elementary School part of?
Lone Mountain Elementary School is part of Cave Creek Unified District (4244).
In what neighborhood is Lone Mountain Elementary School located?
Lone Mountain Elementary School is located in the Desert View Village neighborhood of Cave Creek, AZ. There are 3 other public schools located in Desert View Village.
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