Serving 33 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Patagonia Montessori School ranks in the top 30% 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% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 61% 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: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 33 students
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Patagonia Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Patagonia Montessori School's student population of 33 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
33 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1998
School Calendar
School Rankings
Patagonia Montessori School 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 Patagonia Montessori School is 0.48, 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
#400 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
61%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
39%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.2%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
24%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and White
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Patagonia Montessori School's ranking?
Patagonia Montessori School is ranked #400 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Patagonia Montessori School often compared to?
Patagonia Montessori Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Patagonia Elementary School, Montessori De Santa Cruz Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Patagonia Montessori School?
33 students attend Patagonia Montessori School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Patagonia Montessori School students are Hispanic, and 39% of students are White.
What grades does Patagonia Montessori School offer ?
Patagonia Montessori School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Patagonia Montessori School part of?
Patagonia Montessori School is part of Patagonia Montessori Elementary School (79069) School District.
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