Serving 107 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Montessori Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 107 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Montessori Academy's student population of 107 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
107 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Year Founded
2002
School Rankings
Montessori Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montessori Academy is 0.47, 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
#540 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
12%
49%
Black
6%
6%
White
71%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.4%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Mountain Lion
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montessori Academy's ranking?
Montessori Academy is ranked #540 out of 1,921 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Montessori Academy?
107 students attend Montessori Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Montessori Academy students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Montessori Academy?
Montessori Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Montessori Academy offer ?
Montessori Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Montessori Academy part of?
Montessori Academy is part of Montessori Academy Inc. (80011) School District.
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