Serving 189 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Meyer Montessori ranks in the top 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower 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 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 189 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meyer Montessori ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Meyer Montessori's student population of 189 students has grown by 54% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 150% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
189 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Meyer Montessori ranks within the top 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meyer Montessori is 0.57, 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
#667 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
31%
48%
Black
2%
6%
White
58%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meyer Montessori's ranking?
Meyer Montessori is ranked #667 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Meyer Montessori?
189 students attend Meyer Montessori.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Meyer Montessori students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Meyer Montessori?
Meyer Montessori has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Meyer Montessori offer ?
Meyer Montessori offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Meyer Montessori part of?
Meyer Montessori is part of Tempe School District (4258).
In what neighborhood is Meyer Montessori located?
Meyer Montessori is located in the Meyer Park neighborhood of Tempe, AZ.
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