Montecito Community School serves 51 students in grades Prekindergarten-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 51 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montecito Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Montecito Community School's student population of 51 students has grown by 240% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 200% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
51 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Year Founded
1998
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
The diversity score of Montecito Community School is 0.59, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
4%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
59%
48%
Black
2%
6%
White
23%
34%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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
How many students attend Montecito Community School?
51 students attend Montecito Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Montecito Community School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Montecito Community School?
Montecito Community School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Montecito Community School offer ?
Montecito Community School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Montecito Community School part of?
Montecito Community School is part of Osborn Elementary District (4262) School District.
In what neighborhood is Montecito Community School located?
Montecito Community School is located in the Midtown neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 16 other public schools located in Midtown.
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